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How CIEE College Access Helps You Get Into College
Whether you’ve just returned from a CIEE study abroad program for high school students, you’re in the middle of one, or you’re preparing for your summer program, there’s always one... keep reading
5 Biggest Changes I’ve Noticed in Myself Since Returning from Spain
This post was written by CIEE Global Navigator alum Beatrix D. from Massachusetts who participated in the Global Navigator Marketing Internship in spring of 2025. I don’t think I’ve ever... keep reading
What It Was Like Returning to Germany as a High School Student
This post was written by CIEE Global Navigator alum Annabelle O. from Pennsylvania who participated in the Global Navigator Marketing Internship in spring of 2025. Hi everyone! My name is... keep reading
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
Will I Have Host Siblings While Studying Abroad?
CIEE host families are a carefully selected group who are dedicated to sharing their culture and language with young students. No matter their size or variety, a host family for... keep reading
High School Semester Programs Begin! HSA Welcomes Fall 2024 Students
Passport to Adventure! They are off! Right now, our Fall 2024 adventurers are starting to settle into their international destinations, bubbling with excitement for this life-changing adventure. Curious about the... 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
Is It Easy to Make Friends While on a High School Abroad Program?
Studying abroad in high school is an exciting adventure, but figuring out how to make friends abroad can be nerve-wracking. Don't worry! Not only is it easy to make friends... keep reading
How to Overcome Homesickness While Studying Abroad
Studying abroad for a high school semester or longer is an exciting adventure that allows participants to travel the world and grow as a person. For many, this becomes the... keep reading
Spring 2024 HSA Photo Contest Finalists
We’re pleased to announce the finalists in our Spring 2024 CIEE High School Semester Abroad photo contest! Head over to our Instagram page to vote for your favorite. Voting is... 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
Being here in Sevilla has been an awesome challenge!
I came into the program with a relatively high level of Spanish for a non-native speaker, but I can tell that my Spanish has really improved and I feel much... keep reading
Flamenco class during Sevilla Spring Festival
If there was a time when using the flamenco- red-dress -woman-emoji was appropiate, it would be RIGHT NOW (INSERT EMOJI TIMES TEN) . Sevilla Spring Festival called FERIA is the... keep reading
Hiking getaways in Sevilla
Seville GAP and HSA students continue discovering the incredible landscapes of Sevilla. Last weekend, we hiked through ancient mining routes datubg back from Roman colonization of the Iberian Peninsula. Check... keep reading