College Study Abroad Blog

By: Michael Penaranda I will always treasure the life-changing experience of studying abroad in Madrid. The city will always be a memorable part of my life because of its rich... keep reading

By: Rachel Higgins Camacho Hola! My name is Rachel Higgins Camacho and currently I am studying in Seville, Spain. As my semester is coming to the end, all I have... keep reading

You’re about to touch down in Greece, ready for sun, study abroad, history, and enough gyros to last a lifetime – only to realize the locals are dropping words you’ve... keep reading

Happy Earth Day! Every April 22, this global event comes around to remind us how precious our planet is, what sustainable efforts we can make to protect Earth, and that... keep reading

By: Elizabeth Gardner It can be extremely nerve-racking to make new friends while studying abroad. You likely won’t know anyone in the city you are moving to. However, I can... keep reading

By: Veronica Kaplan I would be lying if I said I was not nervous to go abroad, even more so due to the fact I had never been to Prague... keep reading

By: Diego Lara When asked where my favorite place to study abroad is, I stopped to think about my experiences. I want to think about all the memories and pros... keep reading

Need a change of pace? How about studying abroad in the largest city in the Western hemisphere? One with more than 20 million residents? It’s São Paulo – and it’s... keep reading

By Julia Garey Studying abroad is often described as one of the most transformative experiences in a student’s life, as I did when my Open Campus 2 block in Madrid... keep reading

EAT You can’t visit São Paulo without trying feijoada, a hearty black bean stew packed with slow-cooked pork and served with rice, collard greens, and crispy farofa (toasted cassava flour)... keep reading

By: Gabby Watts Growing up, my mom would always tell me stories about her year studying abroad in London. She raved about the experience and how much it taught her... keep reading

By: Tatia Goldberg My CIEE abroad experience is something that I would never change. I felt so acclimated and comfortable with the city and the culture. Transportation was extremely accessible... keep reading

By: Graham Kreppein As a study abroad student in Seville, immersing myself in the local culture has led me to one of the most fascinating aspects of life here: the... keep reading

By: Gabby Goldstein As a student with very limited time here in Madrid, I love to take advantage of the various culinary opportunities this city has to offer. Above all... keep reading

When most people think of visiting New Zealand, Queenstown usually tops the list. But skipping Auckland—New Zealand’s largest city with over 1.5 million people—means missing out on a whole different... keep reading