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With CIEE College First Year Abroad, your college journey begins not on a U.S. campus, but in one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Spend your first semester (or year) earning transferable credits, developing independence, and building the kind of global skills that will set you apart in college – and in life...(more)
Your Gap Year. Your Way. The new suite of CIEE Gap Year Abroad programs allows you to fit in a study abroad semester (or two!) in your gap year with the focus that’s right for you. Choose from 3 program models: Language & Culture, Internships, or Multi-Destination!..(more)
Up for an adventure like no other? Our Global Navigator summer abroad programs take you way outside your comfort zone, far away from home. Explore a different culture in more than 35 amazing destinations across the world. Come home with new skills, newfound passion, a broader perspective – and maybe even college credits! Find out more! ..(more)
CIEE's High School Semester Abroad programs include carefully-screened host families as well as group excursions, which are made possible by our decades of experience and in-country resources. With our own study centers near each location, our students are guaranteed 24/7 support from local CIEE staff while they are on program. Safety is our #1 priority and students receive international insurance to cover accidents or illnesses throughout their stay. ..(more)
A gap year in Milan, Florence, and Rome offers the right balance of structure and independence, allowing you to dive into Italian culture before diving into college...(more)
Intern in Buenos Aires, where an up-and-coming startup scene meets cosmopolitan culture, giving you a head start on your professional journey. ..(more)
Strengthen your Spanish immersed in the modern and Mayan culture of Yucatan...(more)
Your gap year in the vibrant capital of Seoul offers a unique blend of structure and the freedom to grow before college...(more)
Study Mandarin in China’s most Westernized city...(more)
Intern in Cape Town, where ocean views, rich history, and endless adventure shape your gap year. ..(more)
Your gap year in Spain will take you to Barcelona, Madrid, and Seville, where structure and freedom allow you to learn more about yourself before college...(more)
Your First Year Abroad program in Kyoto lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, Arizona State University (ASU). Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Japanese culture. Live and learn in Kyoto!..(more)
Spend your gap year soaking up the sun in ‘Harbour City’ and getting hands-on work experience. ..(more)
Band together with other K-Pop fans to go behind the scenes of this global music phenomenon!..(more)
Dive into the world of anime and manga in magical Tokyo as you meet professionals and fans alike!..(more)
Your gap year in France will take you to Paris, Toulouse, and Nice where you’ll enjoy the support and freedom to discover yourself before college...(more)
Your First Year Abroad program in Monteverde lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE course and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, Arizona State University (ASU). Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Costa Rican culture. Live and learn in Monteverde!..(more)
Discover Abu Dhabi as an intern, where world-class business and Arabian Gulf culture will shape your professional path. ..(more)
Swim the crystal-clear waters of Mallorca to study the rich local marine ecosystem. Come home with inspiration for a future career in marine biology!..(more)
Your First Year Abroad program in London lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE course and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, Arizona State University (ASU). Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in British culture. Live and learn in London! ..(more)
Jump up a level in Japanese in the vibrant and trendsetting city of Tokyo.?..(more)
Reach for the skies and launch your own mini rocket in the European capital of aerospace industries!..(more)
Your First Year Abroad program in Rome lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE course and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, Arizona State University (ASU). Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Italian culture. Live and learn in Rome!..(more)
Take your passion for fashion to Paris, where you'll work on your own creation...(more)
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. ..(more)
Spend a semester abroad in Barcelona, taking English classes in a city where Mediterranean sunshine meets daring architecture and vibrant street life...(more)
Develop your art portfolio with Prague as your backdrop...(more)
From the East End to the Globe Theater, discover the world's most iconic stages and write your own mini play!..(more)
Your gap year in Seville offers the perfect balance of structure and independence, giving you the freedom to explore Spain and yourself before college...(more)
Passionate about social justice? Grow your advocacy skills in Dublin!..(more)
Refine your Italian language skills in trendy Milan...(more)
Live with an Irish family, study at a local school, and revel in a unique cultural wonderland...(more)
Live a manga fan's dream in Kyoto and write your own story. ..(more)
Submerge yourself in the sparkling waters of Mallorca to study the rich local marine ecosystem. Become inspired to build a more sustainable world, and get a taste for a future career in marine biology — ¡en español! ..(more)
Master the art of negotiation and learn to advocate for peace in East Asia...(more)
Your First Year Abroad program in Prague lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE course and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, Arizona State University (ASU). Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Czech culture. Live and learn in Prague! ..(more)
Thinking of a career in the sports industry? Come to the home of some of the world's biggest clubs to learn the ins and outs!..(more)
Improve your language skills as you soak in the richness and diversity of French culture...(more)
Twirl through Buenos Aires’ rich dance scene as you explore foundational dance techniques, culminating in final choreography inspired by South America..(more)
Live like a Parisian and practice your skills in a language spoken by more than 100 million people!..(more)
Step into the shoes of a conservationist in one of the most scenic and biodiverse destinations on Earth. ..(more)
Join forces with community leaders and take action as you witness how Nelson Mandela's legacy lives on today in Cape Town!..(more)
Take your talent in French to the next level in the beautiful "pink city" of Toulouse...(more)
Calling all French buffs! Immerse yourself in Western French culture and improve your language skills in Rennes. ..(more)
Develop your own prototype in a gamer's wonderland!..(more)
Discover a kaleidoscope of cultures while living, serving, and mentoring in this friendly Moroccan community...(more)
In Kyoto, enjoy the perfect balance of structure and independence, allowing you to explore Japan and yourself before college...(more)
Hone your Korean skills in the buzzing metropolis of Seoul. ..(more)
Live a conservationist dream! Spot incredible wildlife and explore Botswana's conservation challenges...(more)
Dreaming of an engineering career? Go behind the scenes in Berlin to learn how world-class companies tackle modern challenges...(more)
Develop an eco-friendly business concept and pitch your ideas like a pro in bustling Singapore. ..(more)
Your First Year Abroad program in Copenhagen lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE course and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, Arizona State University (ASU). Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Danish culture. Live and learn in Copenhagen!..(more)
Discover how Sydney’s businesses succeed as you pitch your own business idea!..(more)
Advance your Spanish skills and live like a Barcelones!..(more)
Your First Year Abroad program in Buenos Aires lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE course and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, Arizona State University (ASU). Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Argentine culture. Live and learn in Buenos Aires!..(more)
Become fluent in Italian in the birthplace of the Renaissance...(more)
Curious about how innovative cities fight climate change? Take cues from Amsterdam and gain inspiration for a career in sustainability. ..(more)
Catwalk across Europe to discover fashion marketing on the global stage! Start behind the scenes in Paris, delving into the origins of the fashion industry. Travel to Milan for a closer look at haute couture. Then, complete your journey in Madrid, exploring fast-fashion and its impact on daily life. For your final project, develop your own marketing plan for a product or brand alongside other Global Navigators and pitch it to a panel of experts! ..(more)
Develop a blueprint for change from your home base of Copenhagen, set to become the world’s first carbon-neutral capital by 2025...(more)
Spend a semester abroad in Mexico’s safest city, where pastel streets and tropical heat meet music-filled plazas and incredible flavors...(more)
Up for a unique challenge in Seville? Join other advanced Spanish learners and live a full immersive experience...(more)
Bike-friendly streets, music festivals, and college-town culture make Denmark a big draw for students from throughout the world. ..(more)
A gap year in Berlin is the ideal balance of structure and independence—an opportunity for growth, discovery, and preparation for your future...(more)
Spend a semester abroad in Paris, mastering French and diving into art, science, and café culture. ..(more)
Write your own stories and develop a storyline inspired by roman myths and heroes...(more)
Live and study on this small island full of big possibilities!..(more)
Join forces with local organizations in Gaborone to assess community needs and promote public health...(more)
Love art and history? Rome’s masterpieces are waiting for you!..(more)
Immerse yourself in the rich Moroccan culture and grow your Arabic skills...(more)
In Paris, find the perfect balance of structure and independence, giving you the freedom to explore France and yourself before heading off to college...(more)
Master the art of negotiation and learn to advocate for peace in Tallinn...(more)
Curious about a career in marine biology and ready to get your feet wet? Head to beautiful Lisbon—this program’s for you!..(more)
This program offers an exciting and challenging alternative for more proficient language learners! While all our Language & Culture programs offer intensive immersion, this Advanced program is designed to group students who have intermediate to advanced fluency in French and the drive to take their language and cross-cultural understanding to the next level...(more)
Spend a semester in Costa Rica discovering nature, building friendships, and speaking Spanish every day...(more)
Level up your Spanish skills and soak up the sun in Mallorca!..(more)
Sharpen your German skills in the cool and multicultural city of Berlin...(more)
Your First Year Abroad program in Madrid lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE course and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, Arizona State University (ASU). Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Spanish culture. Live and learn in Madrid!..(more)
Your First Year Abroad program in Paris lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE course and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, Arizona State University (ASU). Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in French culture. Live and learn in Paris! ..(more)
Got a startup spirit? Hone your business ideas in multicultural Berlin...(more)
Call Rome your home and practice your Italian skills surrounded by 3,000 years of history! ..(more)
Grow your Spanish skills in the multicultural city of Buenos Aires...(more)
Join forces with a local nonprofit organization in Mérida to support children with cancer and their families. ..(more)
Your First Year Abroad program in Mérida lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE course and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, Arizona State University (ASU). Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Mexican culture. Live and learn in Mérida!..(more)
Study and live in Germany as you soak in the local culture and grow your language skills each day!..(more)
Lend a hand at a summer camp for vulnerable local children in the Dominican Republic...(more)
Improve your Japanese significantly as you live and study in this unique and wonderful culture...(more)
From the back office to the locker room, see what it takes to develop a sports industry career while studying in one of the world's most iconic sporting cities—Barcelona...(more)
Looking to level up your Spanish? Head to Seville to practice your skills immersed in Spain's diverse heritage...(more)
Do you wonder how global institutions impact our lives? Get the inside scoop in Amsterdam!..(more)
Get inspired by Scotland's authors, history, and breathtaking landscapes as you develop your own voice...(more)
If you ever dreamed of running your own business, this program is where you want to start! With an entrepreneurship education expert as your mentor and guide, join a small group of future business leaders like you on a journey across Europe’s startup hot spots...(more)
Live and study in the heart of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula...(more)
Sauté, braise, and flambé your own dishes in the food capital of the world...(more)
Your First Year Abroad program in Seoul lasts 12 weeks and is designed for students from all academic backgrounds. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE course and courses taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, Arizona State University (ASU). Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Korean culture. Live and learn in Seoul! ..(more)
Improve your Spanish skills and soak up the beach vibes of the Mediterranean...(more)
Step off the tourist path and see how Dominican communities organize to promote health and well-being...(more)
Spend a semester abroad in Japan’s ancient capital, where centuries-old temples meet manga shops and neon-lit streets...(more)
Get a crash course in business and pitch your ideas like a pro amid Dublin's booming tech scene...(more)
Sharpen your drawing skills in the city where Michelangelo got his start!..(more)
Ready to take your Mandarin skills to the next level? Step into the urban Metropolis of Taipei...(more)
See your Japanese skills improve immersed in the ancient city of Kyoto...(more)
Live and learn in the Southern Hemisphere while embracing Australia’s sunny climate and vibrant communities. ..(more)
Grow your Spanish language skills studying and living in Spain...(more)
Interested in a career in social work? Get ready to teach, coach, and support kids in need in Legon...(more)
Ready to advance your Mandarin skills? Make strides in fast-paced Shanghai!..(more)
Up for a unique challenge in Madrid? Join other advanced Spanish learners and live a full immersive experience...(more)
Write your own stories and poems as you follow in the footsteps of iconic British authors and characters...(more)
Perfect your Spanish skills in Spain’s sun-soaked, stunning capital. ..(more)
From prototype to pitch—design a greener future in Europe’s innovation capitals...(more)
Find inspiration in a city with a vast architectural history, where you'll propose your own design...(more)
Discover wildlife conservation at work in Costa Rica and take part in the movement in one of the most biodiverse places on Earth. ..(more)
Explore Milan in style as you develop your fashion design skills and work on your own creation!..(more)
Chase the perfect shot across Auckland's cityscapes and New Zealand's epic natural world...(more)
Craft your own brand identity in Milan, one of the world's four fashion capitals. ..(more)
From factory tours to prototype testing—experience automotive engineering in action...(more)
Discover eco-friendly Berlin and develop your own creative urban solutions to combat climate change...(more)
Compose an original beat and uncover how technology transforms sound in Berlin...(more)
Feel the rhythm in Edinburgh while uncovering the fundamentals of music production to create an original song from real-world experiences...(more)
Capture the light, texture, and drama of Rome through your lens this summer...(more)
Craft compelling narratives and collaborate on a drama script on an epic adventure through Greece and Italy. ..(more)
Glide through Paris' historic dance scene while refining your skills, culminating in an original dance performance...(more)
Capture street life, coastal energy, and natural beauty in one of the most photogenic cities in the world: Sydney...(more)
Drive a project in the field of engineering and automobiles in Germany, a nation top of its class in the auto industry...(more)
Capture contrast, chase golden hour, and tell a visual story that spans two countries: Australia and New Zealand...(more)
Savor the flavors of Japanese cooking as you create your own menu in Kyoto. ..(more)
Develop a business concept and pitch your ideas like a pro across three European capitals...(more)
Pitch your own fashion brand in Madrid, Spain’s fashion capital. ..(more)
Simmer and stone-grind traditional ingredients in Mérida, where Mayan, Spanish, Caribbean, and Mexican flavors come together in every dish...(more)
Capture the spirit of two cities—Paris in full frame, Toulouse in rich detail...(more)
Shape your creativity and create a drama script while immersed in the timeless myths of ancient Athens. ..(more)
Photograph the real Madrid: royal palaces, bold murals, and churros after midnight...(more)
From ancient arches to the Eiffel Tower, explore architecture and culture in Rome and Paris...(more)
Taste the bold, savory flavors of Taiwanese cuisine as you craft your own menu inspired by Taipei...(more)
Dive into Caribbean ecosystems and propose a sustainability project in San Juan! ..(more)
Catwalk across Europe to discover fashion marketing...(more)
Discover the art of Italian cooking in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and the perfect setting to craft your own menu!..(more)
What makes a city timeless? Discover the secrets of Roman design and bring your own creative ideas to life...(more)
Dance your way through Seville as you learn the art of movement in the heart of Spain’s Andalusian region...(more)
Bring cinematic stories to life as you explore the art of filmmaking in iconic London...(more)
Participate in community-level conservation efforts for wild African species in Rabat, Morocco...(more)
Study film making in the “Hollywood of the East.”..(more)
Unleash your creativity to help mitigate climate change in one of the most bio diverse regions on the planet. ..(more)
Take a deep dive into ocean conservation in Cape Town and encounter unique and bio diverse ecosystems...(more)
Turn your love of cooking into your own menu in one of Spain’s most vibrant food capitals...(more)
Uncover the science behind Danish sustainability as you design and present a tool that supports a green initiative...(more)
Capture striking contrasts in London and Edinburgh, two capitals that offer endless inspiration for a photography portfolio...(more)
Level up your love of gaming in Auckland, gaining real-world engineering skills and developing your own video game prototype!..(more)
Learn the art of visual storytelling in the birthplace of cinema, Paris...(more)
Leap into London’s historic performing arts scene while refining your dance technique to create a final performance that reflects the spirit of this global capital...(more)
Discover why Seoul is at the forefront of sustainability in Asia and design an original smart city concept!..(more)
Dive into design, culture, and creativity all summer long in the birthplace of Western architecture...(more)
Your gap year in Florence strikes the ideal balance of structure and independence, giving you the freedom to grow, discover yourself, and prepare for college...(more)
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