First Year Abroad Blog

“When is the best time to study abroad?” This is a question we at CIEE hear often. The good news is any time is an excellent time to go abroad... keep reading

First year abroad programs are seriously amazing. Yet, like anything, they can come with some challenges and learning curves. After all, you are exploring an unfamiliar country with its own... keep reading

The age-old study abroad question: should I study abroad for a semester or year? And while both are great options, the answer really depends on the individual. Let’s take a... keep reading

Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere. You’re likely seeing it mentioned on the news and social media; it’s probably even been a topic in your classes or school assemblies. But there’s... keep reading

In addition to keeping everything straight when it comes to the college admissions process, you may have recently started hearing and reading about how it’s undergoing some significant changes. As... keep reading

You might’ve heard words like “deferred” and “waitlisted” before but might not know precisely what that means for the next step in your college journey. As you start this new... keep reading

As you prepare for the college application process, you’re likely asking yourself and your mentors around you, “What looks good on college applications?” It turns out there are quite a... keep reading

There are many details to keep in mind when applying for college. And when you’re also interested in a post-high school study abroad program like CIEE Gap Year or CIEE... keep reading

Applying to college may seem overwhelming. There are all these varying deadlines and application requirements, and each application seems to include slightly different writing prompts than the last. We get... keep reading

Starting college is an exciting journey filled with new experiences, personal growth, and cultural immersion. However, alongside the excitement, many college students can feel overwhelmed by the stressful college admissions... keep reading

As you prepare for a first year abroad adventure, we know that you’re starting to get organized and planning your to-do list – and that includes understanding your financial options... keep reading

Ahh, you’re getting closer to your first year abroad adventure. We’re so excited for you. But before you go, a few logistics still need to be ironed out – like... keep reading

When choosing a first year abroad program, you want to go with a program that delivers on its promises: high-quality education, adventures galore, and support when you need it. Let’s... keep reading

Did you know that studying abroad for a semester can make you more employable? It’s true! Studies show that students who have studied abroad have a greater intercultural understanding, can... keep reading

When you’re a student interested in first year abroad, that means you’re also a student who prioritizes education and wants to impress a college admissions team. And when you complete... keep reading