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Five Students Join Our Podcast From Their High School Semester Abroad Destination!
In our latest Out of Your Comfort Zone podcast episode, we connect with five U.S. high school students who are currently studying abroad in three exciting destinations: High School Semester... keep reading
Can I Travel Independently During My High School Semester Abroad Program?
Studying abroad in high school is an adventure like no other! Naturally, you might be dreaming about exploring not just your host city but also nearby countries. When considering traveling... keep reading
What to Expect in a French High School
Wondering about the differences between the American and French school systems? How old French high schoolers are, the food served for lunch, and even the unique grading scales offer a... keep reading
Top 6 Differences Between High Schools in the U.K. and American High Schools
View this post on Instagram A post shared by CIEE High School Study Abroad (@cieeglobalnavigators) The high school experience is an integral part of growing up, no matter where you... keep reading
Fall 2024 Photo Contest Finalists
We’re pleased to announce the finalists in our Fall 2024 CIEE Global Navigator photo contest! Voting will take place on @cieeglobalnavigators Instagram stories on November 7 th at 12pm EST... keep reading
CIEE Launches Two New High School Semester Abroad Locations for 2025
We are thrilled to announce the opening of two new locations for our High School Semester Abroad program: Yucatán, Mexico and Alicante, Spain! These lively destinations provide students with exceptional... keep reading
How Are High School Semester Abroad Host Families Selected?
The host family experience is the heart of spending a semester or academic year abroad during high school. It's where most language and culture learning occurs and where our students... keep reading
Top 6 Differences Between Japanese High Schools and American High Schools
If you're considering high school study abroad in Japan, get ready for a unique experience that differs significantly from a typical teenager's life in the U.S. From the way students... keep reading
Behind the Scenes of a 留学生 (Ryuugakuse: Exchange Student)
“Ladies and gentlemen, Japan Airlines is pleased to welcome you to Tokyo. The local time is 22:34. Thank you for flying with us today, and we hope you fly with... keep reading
From Arrival to Adieu: The HSA Experience
Imagine stepping off the plane into a new country, ready to explore a vibrant culture and meet friends from around the world. This is the reality for every CIEE High... keep reading
A guide to Seville through the lens of art and culture
Written by: Zoe Houk Welcome to Seville, Spain, the capital of Andalucía. Seville is a city filled with rich culture, art, music, food, and history. From the famous flamenco dancers... keep reading
Cake by the ocean
Our HSA students were able to travel to Cádiz, the most Southern city in Europe. Cadiz, half island, half peninsula, is connected to the mainland by a narrow strip of... keep reading
Exploring Medieval castles, no big deal
Our high school students got the opportunity to explore two of the most important towns in the province of Seville: Alcalá de Guadaira and Utrera. Alcalá’s castle is the result... keep reading
Celebrating Holidays While Studying Abroad
Thanksgiving was last week, and I wanted to share what it was like for me in France. Since Thanksgiving isn’t a holiday in France I had school, but I celebrated... keep reading
High School Away Block III First Week
The Block III for the program High School Away in Monteverde Costa Rica has completed the first week of the program. During this first week, the students get to know... keep reading