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Life With A Host Family In Madrid

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Riley Schmidt Madrid has quickly become a large part of my life and a place that I have learned to cherish with all my heart. I have met many... keep reading

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My Time in Barcelona

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Abby Anokye-Agyei My time in Barcelona, Spain, has been absolutely incredible. I’ve had the chance to experience some of the best food, architecture, and culture I’ve ever encountered. Throughout... keep reading

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London!

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Lisa Sugimoto I studied abroad in London through CIEE for two blocks and can confidently say that it was one of the best experiences of my life. Kentish Town... keep reading

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More Than Tapas: How Madrid Changed My Life

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Ella Jenson Studying abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, a unique experience that aids your knowledge about cultures and your development as an individual. If you are ever considering studying... keep reading

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Vivre avec une famille d'accueil

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

Depuis mon arrivée à Rennes, j’ai eu la chance extraordinaire de vivre avec une famille d’accueil française. Cette expérience m’a non seulement permis de pratiquer le français quotidiennement, mais aussi... keep reading

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Scared to Go, Sad to Leave: My Life-Changing Semester in Sydney

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Jordan Schwartz Choosing Sydney, Australia with CIEE Study Abroad was one of the best decisions I have ever made. I cannot even begin to describe how incredible this experience... keep reading

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Studying Abroad: The Best Decision of My Life

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Jessica Udelman In the first couple of months of my junior year, I knew I needed to make an important decision in my life- I needed to decide if... keep reading

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A Transformative Semester in Rome

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Serena Reinke With block 2 done and over, my time in Rome is starting to come to an end. I’ve started to reflect on my time here and I’ve... keep reading

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Voyager en France

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

Traveling in France is easy with trains going through almost every city, which can be taken by the Rennes train station! Plus, Rennes has a little airport that can quickly... keep reading

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From Nairobi to New York to Madrid: My Study Abroad Journey & What You Should Know

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Eunice Ochieng Hey everyone! My name is Eunice Akoth. I’m an international student from Kenya currently studying at Columbia University — and this semester, I’ve taken my classroom to... keep reading

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5 Essential Tips for Living with a Host Family in Spain

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Abigail Walz Living with a host family is one of the most unique and rewarding aspects of studying abroad. It offers an incredible opportunity to immerse yourself in the... keep reading

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My Time in Barcelona

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Emmelina Clark Studying abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime experience— My mom has talked about her abroad experience since I was a child. It is something I had dreamed about for... keep reading

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Navigating Your Identity in a New Cultural Context

By CIEE Rennes at CIEE

Taking the leap into living in a brand new cultural environment can stir up many unasked questions and unforeseen emotions about who you are as a person. Getting onto the... keep reading

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From Boulder to Madrid: What Study Abroad Taught Me About Life + Marketing

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Hannah Boday As I begin this blog post, I wanted to start off by introducing myself a little bit. My name is Hannah Boday and I am a current... keep reading

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How Studying Abroad Changed My Life

By College Study Abroad Ambassador at CIEE

By: Mackenzie Murphy Moving abroad was always a dream of mine. I spent years researching programs, carefully choosing a school with a strong study abroad program and looking forward to... keep reading