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Navigating Berlin: A Story of Being Lost and Found
By: Rachel Fischler In a city of over three million people and an extraordinary public transportation system, it is a miracle I only got lost in Berlin once! While uncomfortable... keep reading
Biking around Berlin: Olivia´s tips to enjoy the city
Olivia is one of our Open Campus students for this Fall 2023 semester. She is from California and is used to doing spots and enjoying the outdoors! She is currently a student at Colorado State University. In this interview, she tells us more about her time in Berlin!
From Charleston to Berlin: Jasmine Syffus, Open Campus student from Fall 2023
Today we interviewed Jasmine Syffus, one of our students of Open Campus Fall 23 Semester. She arrived on august and has been enjoying her time in Berlin. She lives in... keep reading
The Ultimate Guide to Summer Study Abroad
A summer study abroad experience is the best. With good weather, unbelievable global destinations, and the chance to earn extra credits toward your degree, you just can’t beat a summer... keep reading
Kayla Santana: "You'll gain much appreciation for Berlin, and when you head back to NYC, you'll figure out what a treasure both cities are”
Kayla is part of our High School German Language and Culture Session II students, currently living in Berlin for 4 weeks. She is originally from the Bronx, New York, USA... keep reading
"Studying in Berlin has made us more independent and at the same time adaptable to new experiences"
Lily and Andrew are both High School students from the US living in Berlin since August 2022. They just finished their study abroad program where they were able to live... keep reading
The Ultimate Guide to CIEE Open Campus Block
One of our most exciting and unique study abroad programs is our Open Campus Block program . Allowing CIEE participants to design their own study abroad experience, this program has... keep reading
Katie Durow: “In Berlin, the people rebel with outbursts of colour through art and music which cries with exhilarating freedom”
Katie is from an area near Chicago, Illinois. She studies at Arizona State University, double majoring in International Relations and German, an also double minoring in Sustainability and Human Rights... keep reading
Ruby Donahaye: “I think the experience of studying abroad is really what you decide to make out of it”
In this opportunity we were able to talk with Ruby Donahaye, and get to know more about her experience abroad in Berlin, Germany. She is originally from New York City... keep reading
5 Reasons to Study Abroad in Germany
Located near the center of Europe , Germany features storybook landscapes, a unique history of folklore and fairytales, welcoming people, countless museums, entertaining theaters, traditional restaurants (schnitzel, anyone?), and much... keep reading
Three Blocks, Three countries: The great experience of Ekua studying abroad
Can you imagine living in Singapore for six weeks, then Berlin and then Madrid? Can you imagine getting to know three different cultures, languages and, at the same time, meeting... keep reading
Interview to Rachel Fischler (she/her): “Running” abroad
The experience of studying abroad is different for each student. We love to see how they gradually identify with the city, especially in Berlin, which is the capital of Germany... keep reading
The Ultimate Guide to Studying Abroad in Germany
Here’s a stat you may not know: Nearly 12% of Germany’s student population is international. That’s proof that if you’re thinking of studying abroad in this historic country, you’re certainly... keep reading
The 6 Best German Study Abroad Programs
Studying abroad in Germany is a no-brainer. It’s affordable. It’s fascinating. And the country is teeming with students. No wonder it consistently ranks among the world’s top 10 study abroad... keep reading
For the Kids, Supporting Ukranian Refugees Abroad
By Allie Mahoney Coming out to Berlin with the intention to study and intern with a start-up company was the main thing on my mind. The last thing I would... keep reading