College Study Abroad Blog

By: Desiree Galamgam Travelling to a different country for the first time was extremely daunting to me. Yet, I was exhilarated by this new challenge and the prospects of meeting... keep reading

By: Sylvie Cullen Growing up, the closest city to me was Raleigh, North Carolina. This city has less than 500,000 people, and covers about 150 square miles. In comparison, Berlin... keep reading

Meet the ASU Online Scholars Studying Asynchronously Across the Globe! Through CIEE’s partnership with ASU, students can experience life abroad while keeping up with their coursework – all on their... keep reading

If you use your manners in English regularly, you’re going to want to practice them in another country when you study abroad, right? (Maybe even more than you do at... keep reading

By: Katherine Wojna This past semester I studied abroad in Madrid, Spain, and with a passion for travelling, I found it challenging to travel cheaply. So, in this blog, I... keep reading

On a sunny April afternoon, I took a break from classes and headed to Seoul’s beloved Hangang Park for a relaxing picnic with friends. From street food and scenic views to strawberry tanghulu and a stunning sunset, this spontaneous midweek escape was the perfect way to enjoy spring in the city.

There were surprisingly few culture shocks when I came to South Korea, but one that stood out the most to me was how water was served and accessed. It may... keep reading

When I came to Yonsei in spring of 2024, my biggest worry was “how am I going to make friends?” as is a typical thought for anyone moving to a... keep reading

Coming back to Korea, I knew I wanted to be a part of both of these clubs again. I told as many people on the program that being in schools... keep reading

By: Charlie Silverman Seville, the vibrant capital of Andalusia, is a city rich in history, culture, and stunning architecture. Visitors to Seville can explore a variety of attractions that showcase... keep reading

Located in Gyeonggi-do, about 70 kilometers or 44 miles south of Seoul is Pyeongtaek, a city rich in history. Before heading to Pyeongtaek, I didn’t know too much about this... keep reading

I’m not gonna lie, one of the hardest parts of studying abroad wasn’t the culture shock, the time difference, or even trying to order food with Google Translate in one... keep reading

So here’s the thing no one tells you about studying abroad: sometimes it feels like you’re on a never-ending vacation, and other times it feels like your body is screaming... keep reading

Studying abroad in Seoul through CIEE at Yonsei University has been a whirlwind of neon lights, late-night study sessions, and the kind of growth that only comes from being far... keep reading

Odds are, you’ll arrive in Seoul ready to meet new people, see the city, and tick all the items off your bucket list. I came to Seoul knowing three other... keep reading