College First Year Abroad
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The Week I Made Peace With the Bugs
Post written by Ambassador Abroad , Rosie, who participated in our College First Year Abroad for an Academic Semester! The Bugs I’ve always thought of myself as pretty outdoorsy. I’m... keep reading
Miles To Me
Post written by Ambassador Abroad , Samantha, who participated in our C ol lege First Year Abroad Program in Cost a Ri ca for a Academic Semester! Go the extra... keep reading
3 Lessons I Learned in Barcelona and Brought to NYU
Post written by CIEE Global Navigator alum Sally B. who participated in the Global Navigator Marketing Internship in spring of 2025. She is now in college at New York University... keep reading
How to Graduate College in Four Years
There are plenty of reasons to stick to a four-year college plan, like saving money, preparing for grad school, starting your career, or making time for adventure. But the truth... keep reading
My Experience Making Friends on a First Year Abroad Program
Post written by alumni & Ambassador Abroad, Haimanot, who participated in First Year Abroad Barcelona! Initial Anxieties At the beginning of my study abroad journey I was initially both excited... keep reading
Top 7 Safety Myths That Stop Students from Going on a First Year Abroad
Thinking about studying abroad directly after high school but feeling nervous? You’re not alone. Both students and parents worry about study abroad safety, cultural adjustment, and a million “what-ifs.” However... keep reading
Top 11 Tips for Planning Solo Travel During Your First Year Abroad Program
Solo travel during your CIEE First Year Abroad (FYA) program is an incredible opportunity to start college abroad, see the world, and step out of your comfort zone. While your... keep reading
Why It’s a Good Idea to Study Abroad Your Freshman Year
Many students dream of traveling after high school but face pressure to start college right away. The good news? You don’t have to choose between college and adventure. It's totally... keep reading
Avoid These 8 Mistakes as a First Year College Student Abroad
Studying abroad during your first year of college is an exciting adventure; however, adjusting to your college responsibilities—and in a new country, no less—comes with unique challenges. There are a... keep reading
Reflections On My First Year Abroad
Post written by CIEE Ambassador Abroad Haimanot who just finished participating in CIEE’s First Year Abroad Program in Spain . In this blog, Haimanot shares how studying abroad in Spain... keep reading