The New CIEE Gap Year Abroad

Discover the world and yourself on a CIEE Gap Year Abroad!

CIEE provides you with the support you need and the freedom you crave to make the most of your Gap Year Abroad! Call France, Germany, Italy, Japan, or Spain home for 3 months or an academic year and immerse yourself in the local language. Starting at $12,500, our Gap programs include language courses, exciting cultural activities and excursions, housing, insurance, 24/7 support and more.

CIEE Gap Year Abroad programs offer a less stressful alternative to starting college in the U.S., giving you the time and space you need to discover yourself and the world. Come home refreshed, self-confident and better prepared for your next steps in college and beyond.

What Students Are Saying About CIEE

I had a wonderful time. CIEE strikes a very good balance between structured and free time. I had enough freedom to get to do everything that I wanted to do on my own or with friends.

Zoe T.
The CIEE staff was helpful and kind. Plus, the activities were varied and helped me form a better picture of my location.

Luka M.
I loved our group day trips. It was a good time to get out of the city a bit, bond with others on program and explore more of Spain. It was an incredible experience, well planned with great support.

Harper D.
The friends I made on this trip are the best friends I could possibly have. I owe these friendships to this trip and I could not be more grateful.

Imogen S.