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Week One in London as a High School Student Studying Abroad: Lessons Learned

By High School Travelers at CIEE

Studying abroad is a thrilling adventure, and our high school students who arrived in London on June 12th jumped right into an unforgettable experience! From the moment they stepped off... keep reading

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First Week in Tokyo: A High Schooler's Reflection

By High School Travelers at CIEE

Evelyn C. ventured to Tokyo as a part of CIEE's High School Summer Abroad Anime & Manga Program. Staying in a youth hostel in Iidabashi, a bustling yet scenic area... keep reading

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Top 10 Tips for a High School Summer Abroad in Lisbon

By High School Travelers at CIEE

Arriving jet-lagged, curious, and very ready to eat all the pastries they can, we provided our High School Summer Abroad students with an in-depth orientation covering essential tips and tricks... keep reading

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How Studying Abroad Inspired Me to Graduate High School Early

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

This post was written by CIEE Global Navigator alum Amber W. who participated in one of our CIEE high school summer abroad programs . High School Summer Abroad: A Life-Changing... keep reading

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How Can Studying Abroad in High School Make You a Better Leader?

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Great leaders are a lot like great travelers. Both know that stepping into the unknown takes courage, and that the best experiences often happen when you stay curious, flexible, and... keep reading

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How Service-Learning Abroad Can Help Your Teen Build Skills for the Future

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

If you're considering an international service-learning experience for your teen, you probably have a dozen questions buzzing through your head. Will they make new friends? Will they discover a new... keep reading

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How I Raised Money for High School Study Abroad

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

In the latest episode of the Out of Your Comfort Zone podcast, we sit down with Kyra M. and Reece G., two U.S. high school students who took their education... keep reading

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Study Abroad for Teachers—It’s a Thing!

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Each summer, the CIEE Global Educator Institute (GEI) brings together a small group of high school educators for a weeklong professional development course on interdisciplinary learning. Past participants refer to... keep reading

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Packing Tips for High School Students Traveling Abroad

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Traveling abroad can feel like a daunting experience, especially for the first time! Packing everything you need for weeks or a year of travel can feel nearly impossible. But there’s... keep reading

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What High School Teachers Can Gain from Visiting a CIEE Summer Abroad Program

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

You’re no doubt familiar with the numerous benefits that study abroad provides students, but did you know that high school teachers also have a lot to gain from study abroad... keep reading

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9 Tips for First Time Flyers in High School

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Flying can be an intimidating experience, especially for first-time flyers going on a teen summer travel program. However, with a little preparation for what you can expect on a travel... keep reading

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10 Tips to Be Everyone's Favorite Program Leader

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Leading a group of high school students on a teen summer travel program with CIEE is an unforgettable adventure where you can become a skilled travel guide, compassionate mentor and... keep reading

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CIEE Ranked as One of the Top High School Study Abroad Providers for 2024

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

GoAbroad.com has recently ranked CIEE as one of 2024’s best high school study abroad programs. According to the site—whose mission is to connect travelers with meaningful experiences abroad—the Top Rated... keep reading

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What’s It Like to Study Abroad If You Have Dietary Restrictions?

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

Read about how two of our Global Navigator alumni experienced studying abroad with dietary needs.

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What Summer Camp Activities Can Teens Do While Studying Abroad?

By High School Summer Abroad at CIEE

If you're weighing the choice between traditional summer camps for high school students or something more educational or immersive, high school summer abroad programs offer the best of both worlds... keep reading