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Face-to-Face With Sydney Wildlife: Students Share Their Favorite Moments
Most people visit zoos or aquariums to see wildlife. But in Sydney, CIEE high schoolers have the chance to do much more than just watch. From snorkeling alongside sea turtles... keep reading
Should My Teen Study Abroad? What High School Students Gain From Educational Travel
If you’ve traveled internationally, you know the thrill of stepping into a completely different way of living—new foods, new customs, new daily rhythms, and people who see the world through... keep reading
Why Choose High School Summer Abroad in Japan with CIEE?
Imagine ancient temples tucked amidst glowing city streets, bamboo groves complete with frolicking deer, and arcades jam-packed with teens and games you’ve never seen. You eat sushi every day and... keep reading
Turn Summer Break into a Learning Experience for Your Teen
Thinking about how your teen will spend their summer? These precious few months off the busy school calendar are an opportunity to learn, have fun, travel, or enjoy time with... keep reading
Study Abroad That Strengthens Your Classroom: CIEE’s 2025 Outcomes
As world language educators, you know better than anyone how language learning opens doors, expands horizons, and fosters global citizenship. This past summer, CIEE’s Language & Culture programs didn’t just... keep reading
First Impressions in Copenhagen on a High School Summer Abroad
On the first few days after arrival, the jetlag is still hitting, we're going through the nitty gritty orientation details, and the new food, new streets, and new peers for... keep reading
CIEE's First French Immersion Teacher Site Visit in Rennes
This blog was written by Karen Haller Beer, the Managing Editor for the HSSA World Language Curriculum. When I learned that I was going to have the opportunity to co-host... keep reading
A Summer of Science, Service, and Self-Discovery in Lisbon
The following blog was written by Matt Redman , Vice President of High School Programs at CIEE, who has been with the organization since 2009. This summer, I had the... keep reading
How Studying Abroad Inspired Me to Graduate High School Early
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
8 Reasons to Study Art in High School on a Summer Abroad Program
Studying art is all about developing your creativity and seeing the world in new ways. Did you know you can take your passion abroad and study art in another country... keep reading
How Teens Improve Their Foreign Language Skills on a Summer Abroad Program
To truly master a language, nothing beats daily practice and interaction with native speakers. This is where CIEE's high school language immersion programs shine, offering an unparalleled opportunity for teens... keep reading
Study Abroad for Teachers—It’s a Thing!
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
What Are the Benefits of Study Abroad vs. a Travel Tour for Teens?
The excitement of traveling abroad, especially for a teenager with newfound independence, is an adventure like no other. Experiencing different cultures, making new friends, and seeing the world outside your... keep reading
12 New Year's Resolutions for High School Students
Did you know that the tradition of new year’s resolutions dates back to ancient times? From setting new goals or promising to change a habit or two, choosing new year’s... keep reading
Why Go Abroad in High School to Explore STEM Careers?
Here's something you might not know: STEM students are the least likely to get to study abroad during college. With tightly packed schedules and tons of required courses, STEM majors... keep reading