CEA CAPA Education Abroad

Deciding to study abroad in Barcelona, Spain with CEA CAPA was the most incredible experience that I have ever had. The time I had abroad and the memories that I made are something I will cherish for the rest of my life. I learned so much about the culture I was living in and my eyes were opened to so many different perspectives and ways of life. I have become so grateful for every experience that I had and all the relationships I made. I have some of my life long friends from studying abroad. This once in a lifetime opportunity was seriously the most fun I have ever had. The teachers and staff at CEA were all so helpful and supportive during my time abroad. I highly recommend this program.

My time in Grenoble was unforgettable. I chose the city mostly just because I had heard of it before, but I found that being in a smaller place, in a more underrepresented region of France was incredibly enriching. Surrounded by the Alps, in a beautiful region of France, I got to explore with CEA CAPA and practice my French at the same time. The locals were so welcoming, and while the academics were not the easiest part, I felt incredibly supported by my CEA team. I made lifelong friendships with the people in my cohort, and I am so grateful that I chose this program.

My experience with CEA was awesome! I felt super supported the entire time I was in London, from our first afternoon tea on arrival day, to the mid-semester check in, to the final goodbye in at a local cafe. CEA CAPA made London feel a little more homey and a little more comfortable. They were always responsive when I had a question, and they continued to be even when I was out of London. Abroad can be scary, and it is nice to have a taste of home while you are there. I would definitely recommend studying abroad with CEA, I would do it again with so many more countries!

My time with CEA CAPA abroad was absolutely amazing. Both on-site and virtual staff were so helpful in ensuring I had a great experience. My homestay family was amazing and now feels like family of my own. I learned so much academically that I would not have had the chance to at my home university. I had so many opportunities to go out and explore the amazing country of Costa Rica. The CEA CAPA excursions and activities were a highlight of my time abroad, and truly allowed me to build strong, lasting relationships with my peers. I really would not change a thing!

Studying in Paris was one of the most incredible experiences of my life.

Going into the program, I didn't know a single other student. I was worried about my classes and that I wouldn't make any friends. Luckily, pretty early on, I realized that everyone was in the same boat; we were all looking for friends. Even after I found my "group", everyone still hung out with each other and was open to making new friends.

Classes were pretty hard for me at first. The workload was more than I anticipated and I struggled to stay on task. However, the whole class felt this way and we voiced our concern with the professor. He was very understanding and we found a good compromise. My elective, "History of Paris: An Architectural Perspective" was awesome! Seeing all of the monuments we talked about in class in person was unbelievable.

Outside of class, I went and saw just about everything there is to see in Paris. There was always something new and exciting going on. In addition to exploring Paris, I would travel to a different country every weekend. I went to Switzerland, England, and Germany. I experienced every kind of nightlife, and tried all kinds of amazing food.

One of the most memorable parts about the trip for me was the relationship I made with a local sandwich shop. After finding "Pietro Rambuteau" two weeks into my trip, I went there almost every school day for lunch. By the end of the trip, the worker knew my order without me saying a word (Focaccia Parma w/ Basil). At the end of the trip I even got a picture with the him.

Studying in Paris through CEA CAPA was one of the best decisions I ever made.