College Study Abroad Blog

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.

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

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

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

みなさん、こんにちは！ソフィアと申します！Hello everyone! My name is Sofia, and I am a junior from Denison University in Granville, Ohio, studying abroad in CIEE Kyoto’s Ancient & Modern Japan Program! I’ve had the... keep reading

Ever wondered where everyone goes to rent Hanboks? Or how much should you plan to pay for the experience? Take a look to see what the standard hanbok experience costs in the bustling city of Seoul, and get some history on the popular traditional garments.

If you're curious about Temple Stays in South Korea, look no further! This post briefly goes over my experience at Beomeosa Temple in Busan.

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

Written by Catherine Ripsteen student from Open Campus Spring Block 3 2025: The Bike Trip That Didn't Happen Date: 4/02/25 Copenhagen is consistently ranked as one of the world’s most... keep reading