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Sick in France : an opportunity to reflect on the healthcare system
Getting sick while studying abroad is never part of the plan, but it became an unexpected learning experience for me in France. While it was stressful in the moment, it... keep reading
CIEE named Overall Top Study Abroad Provider for 2024 by GoOverseas
CIEE has once again been recognized as one of the Overall Top Study Abroad Providers by GoOverseas, a trusted platform for student reviews on international education programs! This marks another... keep reading
As EXO Once Sang: Someone Call the Doctor
Imagine this: You arrive in Korea and everything is going well so far. You are exploring Sinchon (신촌), looking around Yonsei (연세대), and clubbing in Hongdae (홍대). However, one Sunday... keep reading
CIEE named Overall Top Study Abroad Provider for 2023 by GoOverseas
CIEE has been named one of the Overall Top Study Abroad Providers by GoOverseas – a popular community review site for international and culturally immersive education programs. This is CIEE’s... keep reading
Embracing My Life in Taipei
By Chester Chou (Program Manager Taipei) Serene Beginnings: Embracing Taipei's Tranquility and Affordability I enjoyed the tranquility, affordability, and unhurried pace of my small-town upbringing. Initially hesitant about working and... keep reading
What I Wish the Internet Had Told Me About South Korea
These days it is a lot easier to learn about Korean culture thanks to the internet, or maybe even TikTok specifically. This is largely due to the spread of Hallyu... keep reading
Phone, Money, and SIM Card
Hey! I just wanted to provide some info about what I chose to do regarding my phone and getting a Korean number/data plan, as well as money, what I budgeted... keep reading
How To: KTX (Korea's Bullet Train)
Heyo! I just recently took a KTX train for the first time and thought I would share my experience. I decided to take a trip to Busan for the weekend... keep reading
How To: Bus & Subway (Public Transportation)
Hiii! I am from a city that has its own public transportation, so I was used to taking public transportation and getting on and off buses. However, I don't rely... keep reading
Getting My Hair Done
Hellooooo! I recently got my hair done in Seoul, and I thought that others should know how I did so and where I went! I had done my hair before... keep reading
Your Study Abroad FAQs [Answered!]
We know you put a lot of thought into choosing the right study abroad program . It makes sense you might have some questions about the process. So, here we... keep reading
How to make the most of your experience studying abroad anywhere!
Break out of your comfort zone Try things you wouldn’t normally or hadn’t tried at all before going abroad! Whether it’s food, opportunities to be independent, to travel, meet new... keep reading
Studying abroad as a female student: Barcelona gender norms and safety tips
Studying abroad as a female student was a bit daunting at first! I was worried about my safety as a female foreigner, and I was unsure how I would fit... keep reading
How I Navigated a Family Emergency
This month has been quite challenging, and it's only halfway through. One morning, I got a phone call from my family that said something had happened to one of my... keep reading
Getting Sick Abroad, Do Not Panic!
If you are scared of getting sick abroad or have anxiety about it... this blog post is for you. My first year abroad living in Spain, 2017 I went to... keep reading