College Study Abroad Blog
Saying Yes to Study Abroad: My Life-Changing Semester with CIEE Rome
By: Emily Nelson When I first applied to study abroad with CIEE Rome, I knew it would be an adventure, but nothing could have prepared me for just how impactful... keep reading
Live Your Study Abroad Era
Every college semester is a unique era – full of defining moments, transformative adventures, and unforgettable connections. But what if you could take this to a whole new level, exploring... keep reading
More Than Temples and Onigiri: What I Truly Found in Kyoto
Written by: Madalynn Vaine Going into CIEE Kyoto, I truly didn’t know what to expect. I imagined temples, amazing food, and a culture vastly different from anything I had experienced... keep reading
From Classmates to Soulmates: A Love Story Born from CIEE Barcelona
They Signed Up to Study Abroad – They Found Each Other Instead Meet Rob M. and Megan S., two CIEE alums from 2016. They signed up for an adventure when... keep reading
The Magic of Fate and the Importance of Living with a Host Family Abroad
By: Jacie Hall While I reflect on my time studying abroad, a year later, I cannot help but to believe that fate is real and some things in life are... keep reading
Put Yourself Out There: Being Open Despite Being Uncomfortable
While very excited, I was quite nervous about going to a place as new and different from what I know as Seoul, but now that I am here, I am... keep reading
The Unexpected Trip That Sparked Lifelong Friendships
By: Amelia Anderson Studying abroad with CIEE this semester has been full of new friends, new adventures, and lots of spontaneous decisions. One of my favorite experiences so far was... keep reading
Queenstown in Five Days: Burgers, Mountains & Starry Skies
By: Cassy Shelhamer Queenstown, New Zealand, has always been on my travel radar, but I didn’t expect it to sweep me off my feet like it did. Over five packed... keep reading
How Study Abroad Transformed the Way I See the World
By: Ryan Schwartz My CIEE study abroad program in Barcelona ended just last week, but I already wish I could have the time back. I first arrived in Barcelona on... keep reading
My Inner Investigator: Endless Exploration in Tallinn & Beyond
I could be an internet detective—I’m good at finding things, and occasionally doomscrolling. I usually doomscroll Instagram reels, but at 3 in the morning, I end up on LinkedIn or... keep reading
The experience as a whole
If you told me 3 months ago how much my outlook on life has changed after this experience, I wouldn’t have believed you. My decision to spend my summer in... keep reading
French Cuisine and Food Culture
What do you picture when you think of French cuisine? Croissants, crêpes, wine, and maybe escargot? During my stay in Rennes, I’ve gotten the chance to experience French cuisine and... keep reading
7 Reasons to Study Abroad in Amsterdam
By: Iravati Deo Chadha Studying abroad is one of the best decisions I have made in my college career, and I know I chose the right city. Amsterdam is lively... keep reading
Chosen Family
By: Cayla Canney G’Day! My name is Cayla Canney, and I studied with CIEE Sydney for Blocks I and II in Sydney Australia and I truly could not have had... keep reading
A Culinary Journey Through Madrid
By: Hayley Bloch Madrid is a city known for its vibrant food scene, offering an array of flavors that range from traditional Spanish dishes to modern, international delights. Throughout my... keep reading