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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 BridgeUSA Celebration Tour To Highlight How International Exchange Makes America Safer, Stronger, and More Prosperous
CIEE will travel to Ohio and Kentucky next week to begin a summerlong celebration of U.S. Department of State’s BridgeUSA international exchange programs that make America safer, stronger, and more prosperous. The celebration kicks off June 8-11 with events honoring top employers who host BridgeUSA Summer Work Travel participants in the heartland of America.
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From CIEEStudents and Study Abroad Advisors Love Online Courses!
The spring ’25 semester was the first chance for students to take advantage CIEE's partnership with Arizona State University (ASU) to offer all students on CIEE Study Abroad programs over 3,000 fully accredited ASU online courses. Feedback from university study abroad advisors and students is overwhelmingly positive. keep reading
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From CIEECIEE Pledge to Lead Change in Study Abroad - May Update
In November 2023, CIEE pledged to lead change in study abroad and award four universities Leading Change in Study Abroad $1 Million Grants to support implementation of bold international programs... keep reading
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From CIEECIEE Announces Latin America Student Fellows
Thirty-two students awarded up to a full scholarship to study abroad with CIEE in Latin America The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) announced the Fall 2025 cohort of CIEE’s... keep reading
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From CIEEBuilding Bridges to Latin America
Last fall, we declared 2025 would be CIEE’s Year of Latin America Study Abroad and announced a suite of initiatives to help more students discover Latin America’s rich history, language... keep reading
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From CIEECIEE Expands Ecology, Sustainability, and Smart Cities Portfolio
CIEE is launching a major expansion of study abroad opportunities focused on ecology, sustainability, and smart cities including new academic courses, new co-curricular activities, and new CIEE locations that allow... keep reading
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From CIEEThe John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation Join AAIDN and CIEE to Expand the Frederick Douglass-Daniel O’Connell Global Internship in Ireland
In recognition of what would have been Congressman John Lewis’ 85th birthday this year, the John and Lillian Miles Lewis Foundation will sponsor three students to join the 2025 Frederick Douglass-Daniel O’Connell Global Interns, a cohort of high-achieving American students who will participate in an eight-week international internship program in Dublin, Ireland. 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.
24/7 Support
To answer questions & help in an emergency call 1-800-40-STUDY.
Onsite Expert Staff
To help you navigate your new surroundings.
Travel Protection Coverage
To cover unexpected medical expenses, lost luggage & more.