CEA CAPA Education Abroad Reviews

My time in Seville was nothing short of amazing. From the moment I stepped off the plane, the CEA CAPA staff in Seville made me feel welcomed and clearly communicated every next step, which made moving to a new country much less overwhelming. I especially loved the housing options CEA CAPA provided. Whether you want the independence of an apartment or the cultural experience of a homestay, there is an option for everyone. Personally, I stayed in a Casa de Sevilla, which gave me the best of both worlds. We had the freedom of living on our own while also having a host dad who came Monday through Saturday to cook lunch and dinner for us. The bond I developed with him and the other girls in my Casa made my experience so memorable. CEA CAPA also gave me so many opportunities to explore Seville, experience Spanish culture, and meet people from all over. Studying abroad pushed me outside of my comfort zone, helped me become more independent, and created memories and friendships that I will always cherish.

This summer I had the opportunity to study abroad for 7 weeks in Sydney, Australia. Going into the program knowing no one was definitely nerve wracking, but the unwavering support of CEA CAPA staff, organized events such as the welcome lunch, dinner cruise, tour of the Opera House, and farewell lunch, and housing arrangement truly made the adjustment to being in a new country so much easier. The people in the program have now become some of my closest friends which made the experience so enjoyable. CEA CAPA ensured the safety of all students while encouraging us to participate in as many activities as possible, providing suggestions on the best restaurants, beaches, and hikes to go on.

I had the best experience studying abroad in London during the Spring 2026 semester. Between my education, my peers, traveling, and housing, every aspect of my time in London fostered growth both personally and professionally. I think London is the best city to study in because you never get bored, and there are 32 boroughs all with a different feel and experience. CEA CAPA also made the transition to living in a new country easy. Stepping outside my comfort zone was an opportunity I will never forget, and I'm thankful to this program for helping me achieve it!

I do not speak lightly when I say how much I loved studying abroad in Madrid, Spain. I love hoe CEA CAPA provided trips to see other parts of Spain and other cultural activities to immerse students in the beauty that is Spanish heritage. Depending on the exact program chosen, some classes can be very intensive and a different learning method than what we are used to, therefore, they can be a hard adjustment. Such is the life of an engineering student though! Aside from that, I have no complaints. I would go back again and again if I could and will never forget the experiences and life-long friendships I made along the way.

Studying abroad in Barcelona is one of the best decisions I have made in my entire life. I'm not saying that just to say that I'm saying that because I can truly look back on things months later and definitively say that my life completely changed. One decision, that's all it was.

Being able to do this program with CEA CAPA enhanced the experience, as the built-in support networks, social events, and overall experience was truly incredible. CEA CAPA makes it an experience that truly can appeal to anyone, I met so many different people in my program from all over, and the diversity in personalities is one of the most defining parts of the experience.

Barcelona is an incredible place to have this kind of experience, as the city is incredibly rich in culture and personality, it can truly appeal to anyone and is an embodiment of what the study abroad experience can provide.

I truly cannot put into words how remarkable of an experience this is, and something I would recommend to any student.

I really enjoyed my study abroad experience and being able to obtain opportunities that I thought were not possible. Overall, the experience was amazing, and I would love to have everyone experience the way I did. The housing and my safety were amazing because I felt like everything turned out well. My homestay mom was a beauty, and she cared about me and my roommate very much. Another great thing about the program was being able to immerse myself in a new culture and develop independence as well, since I had no family around me during that time. The number of wonderful people I got to meet and the unforgettable experiences that I have gained is something that will remain with me forever. It is also amazing how I could work on my Spanish language skills and at the same time gain some career experience. In addition, I liked the fact that the program enabled me to get out of my comfort zone and see things in a totally different way. I was constantly presented with an opportunity to discover something new about the world around me – be it my courses, my clinicals, adventures in the city or just being surrounded by new people.

I had an amazing experience studying abroad with CEA CAPA. I was very happy with how immersive that program was able to be. I was worried before about actually learning the language and meeting locals, but CEA CAPA hosted many events and excursions that allowed me to learn so much about my host country and meet so many people. Whenever I had any kind of issue like signing up for the right classes or problems with my apartment, the CEA CAPA staff were always there to help in a timely and effective manner.

I studied abroad in Barcelona during Spring 2026, and it was a life changing experience! I had a modern apartment in the Gràcia neighborhood, and quickly learned how to take the metro and bus all throughout the city. During my 4 months abroad, I got to dine at amazing restaurants, see Gaudis famous architecture landmarks, and observe local catalonian events and traditions. I took classes at UAB in the Casa Convalescència historic building, and the professors were very kind, with flexible academic policies which allowed for travel time on weekends. During my time abroad I deeply explored Barcelona's nightlife through the various bars and clubs in the city which stay open all night! My experience through CEA CAPA is one I would recommend to anyone hoping to study abroad or explore a city that may seem out of their comfort zone!

I went to CEA CAPA's Seville location over the spring quarter in 2026. I was there for 3 months as a first-year college student. I liked how the academics were more personal and discussion-focused. They allowed us to analyze our coursework on a more personal level while connecting with the classroom through your thoughts. Most classes had an interactive element/creative piece to make it your own. In many classes your often tasked with going around the city and observing something adjacent to that class and sharing. For example, in business we once went to a bunch of large corporations also in the U.S. and wrote a report on the differences between their European locations and in the United States. Or in Spanish, we went to a public market and took note of the differences, then talked to a stranger about Seville norms.

My experience was amazing! The education system is vastly different compared to schools in the US and getting to experience the difference gave me a new perspective on education. The support and care from professors was unmatched and I never felt intimidated by assignments. We were given so much freedom on our class work and it allowed us to be more creative and personal when completing assignments. The grading was very fair and I received helpful feedback on everything. Overall, a great change of pace!