CIEE to Open Four New Centers, Expand CIEE Business + Culture and CIEE Open Campus Portfolio

CIEE is expanding its global study abroad portfolio to increase access for students across disciplines and provide even more opportunities to study or intern in dynamic cities around the world.

In 2027, CIEE will open four new international centers to strengthen our global network and provide students with access to these leading cultural, political, and economic hubs.

Launching Spring 2027:

• Brussels, Belgium
• Osaka, Japan

Launching Fall 2027:

• Vienna, Austria
• Bangkok, Thailand

Plus, in 2027, we will expand our program portfolio in key academic areas by launching proven program models in more locations:

• CIEE Business + Culture  will now be offered in 38 international locations.
• CIEE Open Campus Block will now be offered in 35 international locations.
• CIEE Quarter In will now be offered in 35 international locations.
• CIEE College First Year Abroad will now be offered in 13 international locations.

Four New CIEE Centers: Brussels, Belgium; Osaka, Japan; Bangkok, Thailand; and Vienna, Austria!

CIEE’s global network is expanding across Europe and the Asia-Pacific region to include cities with diverse strengths – from global business to technology, from language and culture to public policy. These new cities meet both growing student interest and the institutional needs of our partners. The new CIEE centers are:

CIEE Brussels – Beginning Spring 2027
Brussels is one of the world’s most important hubs for international governance and diplomacy. As the administrative center of the European Union and NATO, Brussels offers unparalleled opportunities for students interested in politics, international relations, and global policy.

CIEE Osaka – Beginning Spring 2027
As Japan’s third-largest city and a major port on Osaka Bay, Osaka is a key location for trade, commerce, and innovation. It is known as the culinary capital of Japan and boasts a robust street food culture. Offering extensive internship opportunities in fields such as robotics, manufacturing, life sciences, and technology, Osaka will be an excellent fit for business, engineering, and technology majors.

CIEE Bangkok – Beginning Fall 2027
One of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic and culturally rich cities, Bangkok is known for its iconic temples, royal palaces, vibrant markets, and life along the Chao Phraya River. Bangkok is a regional center for business, education, and innovation in Southeast Asia’s fast-growing economic region, making it an ideal location for students interested in business, finance, sustainable development, and emerging markets.

CIEE Vienna – Beginning Fall 2027
Centrally located on the Danube River, Vienna is one of Europe’s most dynamic and livable capital cities. Known as the “City of Music,” Vienna was home to legendary composers like Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, and Strauss, and boasts world-class venues like the Vienna State Opera and the Musikverein, making it an attractive option for music and humanities majors. And Vienna is home to major institutions like the United Nations and OPEC, making it particularly well-suited for students interested in global affairs, engineering, business, and sustainability.

CIEE Business + Culture Expanding to 38 Cities!

CIEE is expanding its Business + Culture program portfolio to include a broader range of global cities, giving students access to premier destinations and AACSB- and EQUIS-accredited institutions for studying business in an international context.

In 2027, we will launch CIEE Business + Culture programs in 22 additional global locations:

• Nine New Cities in Europe – Vienna, Austria; Brussels, Belgium; Copenhagen, Denmark; Tallinn, Estonia; Berlin, Germany; Dublin, Ireland; Florence, Italy; Edinburgh, Scotland; and Alicante, Spain
• Nine New Cities in the Asia-Pacific Region – Melbourne and Sydney, Australia; Osaka, Kyoto and Tokyo, Japan; Auckland, New Zealand; Singapore; Seoul, South Korea; and Bangkok, Thailand
• Three New Cities in Latin America - Buenos Aires, Argentina; Santiago, Chile; and Mérida, Mexico
• One New City in Africa – Cape Town, South Africa

Students will now have the choice of 38 locations where they can explore global markets, local business practices, and cultural dynamics through a combination of in-person CIEE courses, host institution offerings, online coursework through Arizona State University, and an optional internship.

The full portfolio of CIEE Business + Culture programs is below.

Cities in bold = program launching spring ’27, except Vienna and Bangkok which are launching fall ’27

Additional host institution(s) to be added.

¹ AACSB accredited
² AACSB and EQUIS accredited

CIEE Open Campus Block and CIEE Quarter In Programs Expanding to 35 Cities!

CIEE Open Campus Block

The flexible CIEE Open Campus Block program allows students to enroll in 6-week academic blocks, choosing from a wide selection of in-person and online courses through CIEE and our global partner Arizona State University (ASU). Students can spend up to three consecutive blocks in a single location, or study in two or more host cities for comparative learning experience.

CIEE Quarter In

CIEE Quarter In programs are delivered through CIEE’s Open Campus Block model to support quarter system institutions and their students. The CIEE Quarter In portfolio allows students to earn up to 21 academic credits in 12-week academic terms that work well with most quarter-school academic calendars.

In 2027, CIEE will expand our Open Campus and Quarter In Network by adding:

• Seven New Cities in Europe – Vienna, Austria; Brussels, Belgium; Nice, France; Florence, Italy; Lisbon, Portugal; Barcelona and Seville Spain
• Four New Cities in the Asia-Pacific Region – Melbourne, Australia; Osaka and Tokyo, Japan; Bangkok, Thailand
• One New City in Latin America - São Paulo, Brazil

Students can now choose from 35 global locations as they design their own semester or quarter program.

CIEE College First Year Abroad

In addition, we’re expanding the CIEE College First Year Abroad program to two new locations – Florence, Italy, and Seville, Spain. Now students who want to spend their first semester (or year) abroad earning transferable credits while gaining global skills can choose to study in one or more of 13 of the world’s most exciting cities.

The full portfolio of CIEE Open Campus Block, CIEE Quarter In, and CIEE First Year Abroad programs is below.

CIEE Open Campus Blocks and CIEE Quarter In Program 35 locations!

Cities in bold = CIEE Open Campus and CIEE Quarter In programs launching spring ’27, except Vienna and Bangkok which are launching fall ’27 
X in bold = new location for CIEE First Year Abroad

To learn more about our program expansion and new cities, including program portfolios, join our May Town Hall on Wednesday May 13 at 12pm EST.

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