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What Summer Camp Activities Can Teens Do While Studying Abroad?

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

If you're weighing the choice between traditional summer camps for high school students or something more educational or immersive, high school summer abroad programs offer the best of both worlds... keep reading

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6 Reasons Why High School Study Abroad Is Worth It

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Studying abroad in high school is a significant undertaking that involves financial, safety, and emotional risks. However, alongside risk lies valuable rewards that extend beyond the student participant to their... keep reading

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8 Tips for Sustainable Travel to Make the World a Greener Place

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Travel is an incredible experience, but unfortunately, many aspects of it can negatively impact the environment and local communities. From transportation to hotel stays, travel contributes to carbon emissions, environmental... keep reading

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Why Go Abroad in High School to Explore STEM Careers?

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Here's something you might not know: STEM students are the least likely to get to study abroad during college. With tightly packed schedules and tons of required courses, STEM majors... keep reading

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How I Studied Abroad for TWO High School Summers in a Row!

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

In this episode of our Out of Your Comfort Zone podcast, we got to sit down with Coco W. and Talia S., two high school students who participated in high... keep reading

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4 Simple Tips for Getting Great Teacher Recommendation Letters

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Many study abroad programs require a recommendation letter as a part of the application process. Recommendation letters verify that you are a good candidate for the program based on the... keep reading

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What to Expect from a High School Summer Abroad Business Program

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Imagine spending your summer exploring the world, learning from real entrepreneurs what it takes to succeed in business, and making new friendships and connections that last a lifetime. With a... keep reading

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Top 7 Benefits of Taking a Language Immersion Program in High School

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

More and more high schoolers are taking advantage of study abroad in order to become immersed in a new language. But why is immersion the best way to learn a... keep reading

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What It’s Like Living in a Homestay While Studying Abroad in High School

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Understanding the meaning of homestay is crucial for those seeking an immersive and authentic travel experience. While studying abroad, a "homestay" is where you live with a local family and... keep reading

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Why Back-to-Back Summer Abroad Programs Are Worth it?

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

We’re returning this school year with the latest CIEE Global Navigator Out of Your Comfort Zone podcast! In this episode, we had the opportunity to reconnect with two special guests... keep reading

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Can You Study Abroad More Than Once While in High School?

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Studying abroad is a beautiful and rewarding experience that offers countless benefits for your education, future career, and personal growth. Only about 2% of high school students participate in study... keep reading

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Am I Qualified to Study Abroad in High School?

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Trying to decide to study abroad in high school can be equal parts exciting and stressful! From the application process to the cost and the fact that you’ll be leaving... keep reading

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The Impact of CIEE 2024 High School Summer Abroad on Language Proficiency

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Read all about how CIEE’s 2024 Language & Culture programs helped students earn the Global Seal of Biliteracy, earn college credit, and improve language skills in just four weeks.

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How to Choose Budget-Friendly Travel Programs for Young Adults

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Participating in a student travel program is an exciting opportunity for young adults to experience the world with the support of an organization. However, you may be wondering how to... keep reading

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How High School Teachers Can Benefit from Study Abroad

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

High school study abroad is an enriching academic adventure that allows students to broaden their horizons and experience cultural immersion at a young age, instilling in them globalized skills for... keep reading