College Planning Support
College Success Starts with High School Summer Abroad
Studying Abroad With CIEE Opens Doors to Top Colleges and Universities
When you join a CIEE High School Summer Abroad program, you are granted CIEE College Access, an exclusive college planning resource designed in partnership with top colleges and universities to help you leverage your international experience for college success!
The best part—CIEE College Access is included with your CIEE experience at no additional cost.
What College Planning Support is Available to You?
As a CIEE High School Summer Abroad Alum, you'll get to:
- Connect directly with admissions officers from top colleges and universities.
- Access interactive virtual workshops and Q&A sessions led by experts.
- Gain insights on the college application process, financial aid, and scholarships.
- Strengthen your college applications with standout international experience.
Our Results Speak for Themselves
82% of CIEE High School Study Abroad alumni say their experience helped shape their college application, from essay topics to school selection and interviews.
81% say the skills gained through CIEE set them up for success in college.
Your Path to College Success With CIEE
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Building a Strong Foundation on Your CIEE High School Summer Abroad Program
Through immersive learning and cultural exchange, you develop key skills—like independence, flexibility, and global awareness—that top colleges and universities highly value.
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College Readiness & College Planning Guidance
CIEE College Access offers expert guidance from our participating College Partners, giving you a competitive edge by connecting you with admissions officers. You gain insider knowledge to confidently navigate the college planning process.
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Ongoing Engagement & College Application Support
Stay connected through workshops, webinars, and Q&A sessions. You receive continuous group support, hearing from experts and learning how to highlight your study abroad experience to stand out in applications and interviews.
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Thriving in College & Beyond
Whether through study abroad opportunities for college credit that include exclusive discounts or through connections with CIEE’s 350+ partner institutions, you continue to benefit from the skills, confidence, and CIEE High School Study Abroad Alumni network you built long after high school.
Why Colleges Value Study Abroad
Top colleges and universities seek students who are independent, globally aware, and adaptable—qualities you develop through CIEE High School Summer Abroad.
Since only 2% of U.S. high school students study abroad, CIEE College Access helps you highlight this unique experience to stand out in competitive college admissions.
We do this by providing:
Access to College Admissions Experts
While most families rely on costly consultants or limited school counseling resources, you will hear directly from college admission officers in live, interactive sessions—at no extra charge.
A Stronger College Application
CIEE College Access Partners guarantee a comprehensive review of your application. Their insights provide you with valuable knowledge to strengthen your college application, no matter where you apply.
A Supportive Community of Peers
You will engage with other globally-minded peers and families, sharing experiences and learning together throughout the college planning journey.
Investing in Our Participants' College & Career Success
Together with our college partners, we’re committed to:
- Making College Planning Accessible – Expert guidance without the high cost of private counseling.
- Sharing Insider Knowledge – Direct access to admissions officers from top institutions.
- Investing in Your Future – Setting you up for success in college and beyond.
CIEE College Access is included with every High School Summer Abroad program—providing professional college planning support at no additional cost.
Schools
George Washington University
Washington, DC | Private | 11,500 undergraduate students
Learn more about GWArizona State University
Tempe, AZ | Public | 142,000 undergraduate students
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