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Make an Impact This Summer - Community Service & Leadership Programs for High School Students
If you’re dreaming about studying abroad this summer but want to give back in a meaningful way, you don’t have to choose one or the other. CIEE’s Leadership & Service... keep reading
A CIEE Student's Reflections on the Beauty of Monteverde
This blog was written by Ava Choe. Ava was a student on one of our 2025 high school summer abroad programs in Monteverde, Costa Rica . She is an adventurous... keep reading
My Summer in China - Meet Global Navigator Cameron
Meet Cameron G., a sophomore from Mira Costa High School. He spent this past summer studying abroad in Shanghai on our Chinese Language & Culture Program. We asked Cameron to... keep reading
Get Ready for a Game Changing Future
Hey future CIEE students! As someone who's experienced studying in Madrid, I can tell you firsthand that your summer here with CIEE isn't just going to be a good time... keep reading
Exploring London’s Iconic Landmarks and Hidden Spots as a High School Student
London has a way of pulling you in. Students on a CIEE high school summer abroad program have the amazing opportunity to dive deeper into both the historic and everyday... keep reading
How a High School Summer of Service Abroad Can Shape Your Future
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on some of the most meaningful experiences our students had this year. One standout program was the Leadership and Service program in... keep reading
Behind the Scenes of Dublin's Famous Windmill Lane Recording Studio
During CIEE's Global Entrepreneurship high school summer program in Dublin, we took a deep dive into the heartbeat of Irish music history at Windmill Lane Recording Studios. This legendary space... keep reading
Host Siblings: Bridging Cultures Through Friendship
Homestays are a pillar of the Tallinn high school summer abroad experience, offering students a deeply immersive and authentic way to engage with Estonian life. Host families not only provide... keep reading
Soaring Through the Jungle at Selvatura Adventure Park
This blog post was written by Karina Avila, a very curious Global Navigator who is up to conquer any adventure set her way! She is a Mexican American 15-year-old living... keep reading
Inside Jokes, Outside Comfort Zones: A Glimpse into CIEE Rome’s Language & Culture Program
This blog was written by Lauren Fosnight, the World Language Curriculum Editor for CIEE's High School Summer Abroad programs. Using Music to Bring Students Together During my visit to CIEE's... 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
The Lasting Benefits of Spending a Summer in Milan
On the last day of classes for our High School Language and Culture students, one of the CIEE high school interns interviewed a student to get her insight on her... 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
Best Sunset Spots in Lisbon to Enjoy With New Friends
Lisbon’s sun is strong, yet beautiful. The sky is unlike any other I’ve seen, radiating vibrant ombré blues during the day, and soft pinks at sunset. It always feels as... keep reading
The Summer She Found Herself in Yucatán: A Student's Journey
What if one summer could change the way you see the world, and yourself? That’s exactly what happened to Grace F., a high school student from Carver, Minnesota, who spent... keep reading