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5 College Experiences You Can't Afford to Miss
Plenty of high school students spend time imagining what it’s like to be in college. While your number one priority in college should be earning your degree, there’s a lot... keep reading
How First Year Abroad Can Help You Figure Out Your College Major
Earning college credit and fulfilling your general education requirements abroad is more than just a valuable academic opportunity—it can open your eyes to new experiences and ways of thinking, which... keep reading
How to Balance School and Fun as a First Year College Student
Starting your first year of college is a super exciting journey! You can look forward to having many new experiences and finding amazing friendships. As you navigate this new chapter... keep reading
Can You Fulfill Your College General Education Requirements Abroad?
Studying abroad is an exciting opportunity to see the world and experience a new culture, but can it help with your academic career in a practical way? In short, the... keep reading
How Difficult Are First Year Abroad Courses?
There’s a lot on your mind as you prepare for a study abroad adventure like CIEE First Year Abroad, and we’re sure that questions about your academics are top of... keep reading
First Year Abroad: Spring or Fall Semester?
“When is the best time to study abroad?” This is a question we at CIEE hear often. The good news is any time is an excellent time to go abroad... keep reading
How to Navigate the Changing College Admissions Landscape
In addition to keeping everything straight when it comes to the college admissions process, you may have recently started hearing and reading about how it’s undergoing some significant changes. As... keep reading
What Is the Most Important Factor in College Admissions?
As you prepare for the college application process, you’re likely asking yourself and your mentors around you, “What looks good on college applications?” It turns out there are quite a... keep reading
Everything You Need to Know About the College Admissions Process
Applying to college may seem overwhelming. There are all these varying deadlines and application requirements, and each application seems to include slightly different writing prompts than the last. We get... keep reading
Q&A with the President of Dean College
If you’re curious about our academic home and school of record, Dean College, you’ve come to the right blog! Follow along as we sit down with Dean College to learn... keep reading
Why Choose CIEE for Your First Year Abroad?
When choosing a first year abroad program, you want to go with a program that delivers on its promises: high-quality education, adventures galore, and support when you need it. Let’s... keep reading
What Does It Mean to Be a CIEE Student on a First Year Abroad Program?
We get it. You have questions. As the newest program in CIEE’s portfolio, first year abroad may seem different than other intercultural exchange programs you might be more familiar with... keep reading
How Does a Semester Abroad Make You More Employable?
Did you know that studying abroad for a semester can make you more employable? It’s true! Studies show that students who have studied abroad have a greater intercultural understanding, can... keep reading
First Year Abroad: More Than Just Great Food and Fun Travel
There’s no denying that when you think of going abroad, your mind envisions authentic international cuisine and some of the world’s most iconic landmarks. And you will get to experience... keep reading
How Your Education Is Enhanced with a First Year Abroad Program
As you consider CIEE’s First Year Abroad options, we know that you’re passionate about seeing the world and becoming a global citizen. But one incredible feature of this program that... keep reading