Explore Europe during a multi-destination gap year in Madrid, Rome, and Paris, where structured learning and cultural immersion help you grow before starting college.
Spend four weeks in each destination and experience a mix of Spanish sunshine, Italian history, and French artistry. Your time abroad provides fresh perspectives while helping you build independence and global awareness in preparation for your future.
Begin your adventure in Madrid, where street art, bustling plazas, and lively tapas traditions reveal the capital’s energetic spirit. Then settle into your hotel in Rome, where ancient ruins and Renaissance piazzas bring history to the forefront of daily life. Finally, immerse yourself in French life as you explore iconic neighborhoods and sights in Paris.
Language courses led by supportive CIEE instructors help you navigate your time abroad. Alongside a cohort of peers and a dedicated program leader, opt into an independent study or volunteer project in a subject of your choosing. You'll return from Europe with new skills, lasting memories, and the confidence to take on future challenges.
Interested in starting college abroad with a CIEE First Year Abroad program instead? Learn more here! Or check out our summer, semester, or academic year programs for high schoolers.