$8,080 in Honor of 80 Years
Celebrating CIEE's 80th Year with Half Off
Half Off College First Year Abroad
Apply by Sunday, November 1 for a CIEE College First Year Abroad and secure our best price ever: just $8,080 for any Spring 2027 College First Year Abroad program. This limited-time offer represents up to half the cost of our standard programs and is more affordable than the average semester of college in the U.S. The average 4-year out-of-state public institution costs $12,707 per semester and the average private university is $22,480, according to U.S. News & World Reports. Imagine paying less than that and studying in Madrid or Kyoto!
If you're a high school graduate considering attending a first year abroad program prior to enrolling in a 2- or 4-year college, now is your chance. Develop the confidence, resilience, maturity and global perspective that research shows will help you prepare for success in college and beyond in one of 13 incredible locations.
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A World Class Start
Research shows that students with study abroad backgrounds develop invaluable skills that help them succeed in college and beyond.
A Pathway To Your Future
Explore hundreds of courses – from calculus to psychology to communications – that easily transfer back to a U.S. campus for a total of up to 14 credits.
Make It Your Own
Spend one semester or a full year abroad. Stay in one location or split your time in two 6-week blocks for a comparative experience.
Choose from These International Destinations
Kyoto, Japan
Experience the magic of Japan by exploring ancient Buddhist temples or watching the sunrise from the bright-orange torii gates on Inari Mountain.
Madrid, Spain
Live in a city renowned for beautiful plazas, lively nightlife, and art museums. Madrid is the perfect place to immerse yourself in Spanish culture.