$8,080 in Honor of 80 Years
Celebrating CIEE's 80th Year with Half Off
Half Off College First Year Abroad
Apply by Saturday, May 1 for a CIEE College First Year Abroad and secure our best price ever: just $8,080 for any Fall 2027 College First Year Abroad program. This 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 one of 13 global locations like 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.
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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
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Discover the diversity of Buenos Aires, a melting pot of different cultures with immigrants from all over the globe.
Copenhagen, Denmark
Explore museums, castles, and the palace of Queen Margrethe.
Florence, Italy
Visit iconic landmarks and world-renowned art in the birthplace of the Renaissance.
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.
London, England
Enjoy access to eight royal parks in the heart of the city and more green space than any comparable location in the world.
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.
Merida, Mexico
Surrounded by Mayan ruins, colorful markets, and the warmth of Yucatán life, Mérida offers an extraordinary backdrop.
Monteverde, Costa Rica
Live on the edge of the world-famous Costa Rican cloud forest.
Paris, France
Explore unforgettable sites from the Eiffel Tower to the Arc de Triomphe.
Prague, Czech Republic
Visit cobblestone streets, historic bridges, and a castle overlooking dozens of churches, squares, and green spaces.
Rome, Italy
Explore the world’s most breathtaking cultural destinations like the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, and Saint Peter’s Basilica.
Seoul, South Korea
Combine your dreams of travel and university by spending your first year in Seoul, South Korea’s dynamic capital.
Seville, Spain
Explore centuries-old historic sites and iconic architecture in the cultural heart of Spain.