College Study Abroad
College Study Abroad
Featured Study Abroad Programs
At CIEE, we offer a variety of college study abroad programs covering semester, summer, and January terms. In addition to studying internationally, we provide internships abroad where students gain professional skills and experience in real-world work environments. Learn more about our comprehensive college study abroad programs and international internships below.
Study Abroad Programs
New Sustainability Programs
Discover one of CIEE’s brand-new, cutting-edge Sustainability programs and dive into a greener future!
Spring Study Programs
Study abroad on one of CIEE's spring programs! Start planning your adventure today.
Intern Abroad
Dive into an international internship (in-person, virtual, for-credit - your choice!).
CIEE offers study abroad programs in the world's top locations, from Spain and Italy to South Korea and Australia. With 470+ programs in more than 40 locations, your dream study abroad destination is just a few clicks away!
Explore New Cities
Abu Dhabi
Study abroad in Abu Dhabi and immerse yourself in a dynamic city that blends innovation with culture.
Athens
Study abroad in Athens and experience breathtaking architecture, ancient history, and vibrant culture.
San Juan
Study abroad in San Juan and live in a city brimming with history, culture, and charm.
São Paulo
Study abroad in São Paulo and explore the one of the world's most dynamic and diverse cities.
Questions About College Study Abroad
Put simply, study abroad is when a student pursues their academic goals in a foreign country. By studying abroad, students learn more about different cultures, languages, people, and more, transforming their global perspective and cultural understanding.
Read more: What is Study Abroad? Everything You Need to Know!
Yes! Students who study with CIEE can earn college credit abroad for specific courses they take. We recommend that students check with their campus study abroad office prior to leaving for their program to ensure that course credits can be counted.
Yes, CIEE study abroad is a legit study abroad organization that was founded in 1947 with the mission of promoting international education and exchange. Headquartered in Portland, Maine, CIEE aims to humanize international relations and foster peace through international educational programs that promote intercultural understanding.
Check out our full list of study abroad programs!
Studying abroad can be as cheap or expensive as you want it to be, but in general, the cost to study abroad can range anywhere from $3,650 for January programs to $19,968 or more for semester programs. The cost of studying abroad varies depending on several factors, including:
- Program type
- Length of study
- Location
While the cost of study abroad programs for college students is constantly changing, CIEE program fees typically include all essentials outside of airfare and meals. This typically includes tuition, housing, pre-departure advising, orientation, on-side staff and 24/7 emergency support, cultural activities, and travel protection.
Read more: Study Abroad Scholarships & Grants
The length of your study abroad program varies based on your study abroad program provider, type of program, and individual needs. Study abroad programs provided by CIEE can last anywhere from 2 weeks (J-term) to 18 weeks (Open Campus Block Programs).
CIEE offers four different study abroad program durations:
- Semester Programs: A fall or spring semester study abroad program typically last 15-17 weeks.
- Summer Programs: A single summer session lasts four weeks, but students can choose to enroll in one, two, or three consecutive sessions for a full summer abroad.
- January Programs: January study abroad programs are typically between two and three weeks long.
- Open Campus Block Programs: Open Campus Block programs allow students to design their own custom study abroad programs that last for six, 12, or up to 18 consecutive weeks.
If you’re wondering how to find a study abroad program in college, follow these simple steps:
- Search our study abroad programs and find one that you love!
- Ensure program dates, expenses, financial aid, courses, etc. fit into your goals
- Connect with your campus study abroad office
- Start your application
Read more: How Does Studying Abroad Work?
There are countless benefits of studying abroad in college, from getting out of your comfort zone by connecting with new cultures and languages, to making new friends and gaining a new perspective on the world. Not to mention if you complete an internship abroad, you’ll boost your resume with real-world international work experience.
Read more: Benefits of Study Abroad
While the best study abroad program is quite subjective, we can provide you with a list of some of CIEE's most popular study abroad programs for college students, including:
- Prague: Central European Studies
- Barcelona: Business + Culture Program
- Berlin: Open Campus Block
- Seville: Liberal Arts
- Seoul: Arts + Sciences
- Seville: International Business + Culture
- Rome: Open Campus Block
- Paris: Open Campus Block
- London: Open Campus Block
- Cape Town: Arts + Sciences
For more programs, check out our program search.
CIEE x Arizona State University
CIEE has partnered with ASU to offer you 3,000+ in-demand online courses while abroad – the possibilities are endless! Choose your CIEE program and explore optional ASU online courses – all included in your CIEE program fee!
Why Choose CIEE?
High-Quality Study Abroad Programs
For more than 75 years, CIEE has set the standard for study abroad programs.
Academics: Our rigorous academic programs extend outside the classroom walls, offering you the experience and skills you need to succeed in your college career and beyond.
Cultural Immersion: We offer you the life-changing opportunity to travel abroad and live like a local, rounding out your experience with exciting cultural excursions and activities.
Student Support: Our resident directors and staff, highly trained support teams, and health & safety specialists are with you at every step of your journey.
Millions in Scholarships and Grants
CIEE is committed to helping every student – regardless of socioeconomic background or academic major – access a transformative study abroad experience. If you’re looking to travel abroad, but are worried about covering the costs, CIEE offers a variety of study abroad scholarships & grants for students with demonstrated financial need and proven academic merit.
CIEE maintains many partnerships to help students grow academically, professionally, and personally through study abroad.
Flexibility To Design Your Own Program
With CIEE's Open Campus Block Program, you can design your very own study abroad program to include up to three different locations. Feel free to build your own program using our custom study abroad tool, spin the globe, or take a look at experiences around some of our most popular open campus combinations!
Health & Safety
Living abroad means a new environment and lifestyle - two things that can affect your health and safety. With planning and awareness, living abroad can be a very healthy, safe, and rewarding experience for you.
CIEE has partnered with experts in producing resources that address health concerns for students who are thinking about studying abroad. As a founding member of the Interassociational Advisory Committee on Safety and Responsibility in Study Abroad, we are committed to the operation of safe and secure study experiences.
College Study Abroad Blogs
Running in Sevilla!
By: Olivia Benedict Moving to a new city can be exciting for runners, with so many new routes to post about on Strava. But, if you’re like me, sometimes it... keep reading
From Snow to Sand: 5 Moments That Shaped My Study Abroad Experience
By: Marissa Garcia When I first arrived in Barcelona, I didn’t know just how much I would grow—not just professionally through my internship, but personally through the moments in between... keep reading
5 Reasons to Say Yes to a Homestay Abroad
By: Hosanna Assefa I was in the middle of eating my lunch in the dining hall when I received that daunting email. “ CIEE Barcelona Housing Survey Due Tonight!” the... keep reading
CIEE School of Record: Tulane University
Tulane University serves as CIEE's School of Record for all CIEE Study College Abroad programs. Tulane University is one of the nation’s premier research universities with highly respected academic programs in many of the fastest-growing academic areas of interest for international study, including architecture, engineering, technology, public health, business, liberal arts, and world languages.
The university is fully accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, as well as by leading academic organizations in the areas of engineering, architecture, public health, and business.