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Since 1947, nonprofit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization CIEE has been bringing the world together, advancing peace by building bridges of mutual understanding between different people, countries, and cultures.
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High school student to lifelong learner, U.S. citizen to international traveler: No matter who you are, we have a program that’s right for you in a location that inspires.
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CIEE News
CIEE Announces Scholarships for Douglass-O’Connell Global Internships in Ireland, Scan Design Foundation Environmental Sustainability Internships in Copenhagen, and Knowledge Without Borders Fellowship in Berlin
CIEE is pleased to announce study abroad and internship abroad fellowship opportunities for the 2027 cycle: Douglass O’Connell Global Internship Program The Douglass–O’Connell Global Internship Program in Ireland prepares high-achieving... keep reading
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From CIEECIEE's Community Impact Initiative – September Update
The CIEE Community Impact Initiative is a company-wide commitment to provide opportunities for students and staff to engage with their international neighbors through community service in every CIEE program. Since... keep reading
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From CIEECIEE BridgeUSA Celebration Tour Visits Ocean City, Maryland, to Highlight How BridgeUSA Makes America Safer, Stronger, and More Prosperous
Twelfth stop of CIEE's nationwide tour celebrated exceptional host employers and other community leaders of BridgeUSA in Maryland The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) was in beautiful Ocean City... keep reading
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From CIEEMeet the 2026 Rick A. Ruth Scholars
CIEE established the Rick A. Ruth BridgeUSA Summer Work Travel Scholarship to build bridges of mutual understanding between America and countries with significant Muslim populations. The Rick A. Ruth Scholarship... keep reading
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From CIEECIEE Pledge to Lead Change in Study Abroad - August Update
CIEE’s Pledge to Lead Change in Study Abroad is a commitment of $6M over four years to help colleges implement new study abroad models that increase access to study abroad... keep reading
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From CIEEHighlights of the Young Civic Leadership Summit
Last week in Wisconsin Dells, CIEE hosted the Young Civic Leadership Summit, bringing together 50 extraordinary young changemakers hailing from 26 countries who have spent the summer supporting the staffing... keep reading
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From CIEECIEE Launches One World Café™, A Community Engagement Initiative for The U.S. Department of State’s BridgeUSA Program
Community hubs will support international visitors and American communities across the United States. The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) today announced the launch of One World Café ™, a... keep reading
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From CIEECIEE Launches 80th Anniversary Fund to Generate $10 Million for Study Abroad Scholarships
CIEE today announced the launch of its 80th Anniversary Fund for Global Engagement, a multi-year campaign to raise $5 million to expand access to international education. Through a matching initiative for gifts of $2,500 or more, the campaign has the potential to generate up to $10 million in total support, helping provide at least 1,000 new scholarships for high school and college students to study abroad or participate in global internships. keep reading
More Scholarships to Get You There
CIEE offers more scholarships, grants, and other funding opportunities than any other provider to help make your exchange experience a reality.
$8M+
in scholarships annually
1000+
recipients each year
Peace of Mind When You’re Away
Our experts are with you every step of the way – from the time you apply to your return trip home – to ensure you stay safe and get the most out of your experience.
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Onsite Expert Staff
To help you navigate your new surroundings.
Travel Protection Coverage
To cover unexpected medical expenses, lost luggage & more.