Program Reviews

Study abroad is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and is a wonderful way to learn more, not only about this world and another culture but about yourself! It's also a chance to learn another language which is a huge skill. In my time here I've learned to see myself and the world more clearly. Definitely a great opportunity and experience!

You'll never know what you don't know unless you venture out into the unknown. Getting out of your comfort zone can be scary, but what's scarier is staying in it your whole life. Try new things, be kind, and become a better version of you!

There is so much to do while living in Prague. It is extremely easy to travel to any place you would like to see in Europe and it is one of the most fun cities in the world. There is always something to do and the housing truly makes it feel like a home versus other countries I visited. It is also one of the safest cities I visited. There are also a variety of courses that are interesting that also cross over with requirements from my home college. There are also a variety of attractions to visit in Prague as it contains some of the oldest architecture in Europe that is well preserved.

CIEE was an incredibly well-run program. They care about their students and provide much support. There are weekly guest lectures, activities, and thrilling field trips. It's a great time in the most beautiful city in Europe. The school itself is located within a breathtaking fort on one of the highest hills of the city. There's a great going out/night scene, and being in central Europe makes travel easy. Everything within Prague is incredibly cheap, especially compared to the other Western European cities that are most common for students studying abroad. Best beer in Europe!

CIEE’s Prague program exceeded my expectations for my semester abroad in every way. Not only were classes interesting and relevant to the local area, but CIEE also planned activities and trips to help us immerse ourselves more in the culture. Some of my favorites were cooking classes or the trip to Pilsen. I think everyone would benefit from studying abroad and the broadened global perspective they will leave with, and I think the Prague program is especially wonderful for people looking to have a unique study abroad experience.

This will be my most memorable semester by far. I was surrounded by people I loved while doing and learning about things I loved — I also got to know the city I lived in pretty well through lots of daytime excursions and exploration. Although it was difficult to find time to travel during the first couple of months, I got a lot out of being situated in Europe's center later in the semester. It was also a great opportunity to hone adulting skills (cooking, commuting, etc.) that will be helpful for the rest of my time in college. If I could go back, I would tell myself to document things more (keeping a daily journal, even if I write just a sentence)!

I had such an amazing time studying abroad in Barcelona, Spain! It completely exceeded my expectations and I would absolutely recommend choosing this program to see how you might experience this beautiful, lively city. I chose to live with a host family - which I highly recommend if you actually want to gain a slightly more authentic expereince of how people live in Barcelona - and while it pushed me out of my comfort zone, my spanish greatly improved, I now have un "abuela de espana" to come visit, and it's probably the experience I will miss the most when leaving. Location-wise, Barcelona caters to such a wide variety of people, transportation is amazing, climate is pretty close to perfect, and there is something for everyone to entertain themselves at any given moment. I could write so much more, but prefer to keep my review short and sweet. Whether you like art, music, volleyball, climbing, the list goes on, Barcelona will teach you so much about yourself and the thing you might have chosen to learn here as well one-hundred times fold.

Best place to study abroad: super safe, lots of history, and great energy! CIEE makes sure that your acclimatization is seamless. They host weekly events (some with Spanish locals), organize trips to local cities, and have a large support staff. All the professors are super knowledgable and understanding. I also had the opportunity to stay with a host family, which I was really nervous about before, but it became one of my favorite parts of the program. They give me three meals a day, do my laundry, but most importantly I feel super dafe with them. My Spanish improved tremendously through this experience.

I had a great experience with meeting new people and building connections/relationships with people who are residents of Ireland. At the start of my experience, I felt alone in spirituality in terms of being a Christian since no other Americans that were also studying abroad shared beliefs similar to me. However, my first weekend abroad I searched for a church and community and instantly fell in love with the first one I found. Dublin City Church who are located right next accommodation were extremely welcoming and friendly, and made me feel more connected back to home.

The experience I had with CIEE in Paris was so wonderful. Not only did they enhance my academic skill, but CIEE assisted in my career development. My unique perspective is that, while I was taking classes through the institution, I was also concurrently working at an internship, all set up by CIEE! My role was a Marketing Intern for a startup at Station F (the largest startup incubator in the world!) and it honed my marketing skills and taught me so much about the industry that I would not have known without working for a startup. CIEE just connected me with some of their partner companies, and all I had to do was interview! It was such a great experience, and I encourage anyone who studies abroad through CIEE to participate in their Internship Seminar program!!

My study abroad experience with CIEE in Paris was really unforgettable. From the moment I arrived, the CIEE staff were incredibly supportive, making the adjustment to a new city and culture so much smoother. They went above and beyond to ensure that every student felt comfortable and well-equipped to navigate Paris. Whether it was guidance on how to get around or insights into local customs, their support made a huge difference.

The classes were very engaging annd interactive. We got to explore different parts of Paris as part of the coursework. It wasn't just theoretical learning – we were out in the city, discovering new places and seeing what we were studying firsthand. This made everything we learned more impactful and memorable.

Another aspect I loved was the split-block format, which gives you the chance to study in three different locations within one semester. This adds such a dynamic element to the experience, allowing you to explore and immerse yourself in multiple cultures. On top of that, the other students in the program are incredibly welcoming and outgoing, which makes building friendships easy and fun.