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Best Off the Beaten Path Destinations for First Year College Students
If you know you want to travel and even live abroad, your first year of college is the perfect time to start. CIEE's First Year Abroad program lets you make... keep reading
6 Things Parents Should Know About Their Teen's First Year of College Abroad
As a parent or legal guardian of a teen who is considering spending their first year of college studying abroad, you'll want to know what to expect for them. How... keep reading
10 Budgeting Hacks for First Year College Students Abroad
Studying abroad has the reputation of being expensive, but it doesn't have to be! You may be surprised to learn that the fees for a CIEE First Year Abroad program... keep reading
How Can I Help My Teen Stay Safe While Studying Abroad?
Saying goodbye as your teen embarks on their study abroad program is bittersweet! You know they're off on a grand adventure, but as parents, you're likely worried about their safety... keep reading
Keeping in Touch With Your Teen on Their First Year of College Abroad
When your teen embarks on their first year of college abroad, it's normal to have many questions about their experience. CIEE takes participants' First Year Abroad safety very seriously and... keep reading
The Host Family Experience in Your First Year of College Abroad
Living with a host family is one of the best ways to experience a new place while studying abroad. For recent high school grads on their CIEE First Year Abroad... keep reading
8 Benefits of Earning College Credit While Abroad
Studying abroad is an exciting opportunity to see the world and grow as a person at any stage of your academic journey. While there are many excellent travel programs open... keep reading
4 First Year Abroad Programs You’ll Love
As you peruse CIEE’s many first year abroad program options, use this guide as a reference for quick and fascinating facts about six of our fabulous first year abroad locations... keep reading
Top 5 First Year Abroad Programs
If you’ve been exploring CIEE’s First Year Abroad programs, you know we have a lot of incredible options all over the world, with each offering a unique look at different... keep reading