College Study Abroad Blog

Best Eats and Cafes in Sinchon When I first chose Yonsei University, I was excited to explore Seoul’s popular neighborhoods, like Myeongdong, Hongdae, and Seongsu, especially for their restaurants and... keep reading

For my first CIEE blog post, I’m sharing my experience visiting Namyang Pottery in Icheon, South Korea! From meeting a master potter with over 50 years of experience to creating my own pottery, this trip gave me a chance to explore a quieter side of Korea and appreciate its traditional craftsmanship. Read along as I share what I learned, what I created, and why this experience became such a memorable part of my study abroad journey!

This weekend, our students here at CIEE Seoul will go on a 1 night, 2 day excursion to the city of Andong which in recent years has become a cultural... keep reading

This past weekend, my friends and I booked a last-minute four-day trip to Jeju. We mostly just made sure our flight times and Airbnb were set before leaving. The flight... keep reading

With the weather slowly cooling down after the summer heat, Koreans celebrate a traditional holiday called Chuseok, which is not too dissimilar to the United States celebrating Thanksgiving or other... keep reading

What started as a normal Sunday in Seoul quickly turned into a day that didn’t go quite as planned. Between exploring the city and dealing with unexpected moments, it became one of those days that made me feel like I was truly experiencing life abroad.

After landing from your flight and having a good night's sleep, you may wander from your hotel or dormitory and see a plethora of coffee shops and cafes wherever you... keep reading

One of the main reasons I chose to study abroad in Korea was because of BTS. While they are now the best-known K-pop group in the world, I was first... keep reading

Solo traveling has always been a goal of mine. As a woman, it can sometimes feel intimidating, or even impossible, because of the safety concerns that come with traveling alone... keep reading

Spring 2026 South Korea, my reflection on the challenges and experiences of balancing multiple responsibilities during the final weeks of the semester. I share how this period pushed me to grow both personally and professionally while adapting to new situations. Through these experiences, I gained valuable lessons about time management, perseverance, and personal development. I also discuss the significance of reaching important milestones and preparing for what comes next.

Making friends in Korea as an introvert presents challenges of adapting to a new environment, and relationships played an important role in that process. Through these experiences, I learned valuable lessons about communication, cultural understanding, and personal growth. I also share how the people I met helped shape my experience abroad.

When I had the opportunity to study abroad, I intentionally chose to study in Seoul with CIEE because I knew that there were many cool opportunities for learning about Korean... keep reading

When I first thought about studying abroad, I knew I wanted to come to Korea. As a mixed Korean-American, I wanted a chance to not only study abroad in another... keep reading

I’ve been in Seoul for nearly 3-4 months. Now that it’s nearing the end of my time abroad I want to recount my experiences and give tips and advice for... keep reading

Pop-Up stores and events are everywhere in Korea, especially in Seoul!!! Seongsu is the most popular and one of the crowded touristic places in Seoul, but it is so worth... keep reading