College Study Abroad Blog

By: Marissa Bergquist One of my favorite memories from my study abroad experience in Berlin was going to a language cafe. For some context, prior to arriving in Berlin I... keep reading

By: Marina Thalasinos Studying abroad at Queen Mary University of London, through the Arts and Sciences program, was truly one of the greatest experiences of my life. London is a... keep reading

By: Coltrane McRae One thing about me is that I love food. I’m always up for any meal and excited about trying new foods from different cultures. It is a... keep reading

By: Sophie Girard Berlin is most famously known for its techno scene, but beyond the fast paced echoing beats lies a community devoted to disco, house, and soul music. Listening... keep reading

By: Lesleigh Taylor If you ever find yourself in the heart of Monteverde, a visit to the Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve should be at the top of your list. Nestled... keep reading

By: Jeanne d'Arc Koffi Hiking Skeleton Gorge in Cape Town was an experience I’ll never forget. The guidebooks warned it would be challenging, but as someone with hiking experience, I... keep reading

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

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

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

By: Ava Ortiz Once my housing plans fell through for this 2024-2025 school year, I started to consider going abroad. But I didn’t know if this was something for me... keep reading

A couple of weeks ago, our local CIEE team in Auckland had the pleasure of meeting with Sarah Sung, Study Abroad Manager at the University of Auckland (UoA). The meeting... keep reading

By: Keira Engler In my time spent studying abroad in Australia, I tried to make every second count. I braved the wildlife in Royal National Park, bartered at the Glebe... keep reading

By: Aiden Lo During this study abroad, I reconnected with four people who I haven’t met in five years. All of them were from a summer camp in Toledo. I... keep reading

Puerto Rican Spanish has its own unique rhythm, and if you’re studying abroad there, you’ll quickly notice locals dropping words and phrases you’ve never seen in a textbook. Understanding Puerto... keep reading