CEA CAPA Education Abroad Reviews

My study abroad experience in Budapest could not have been better. I've been living in the U.S. since I was little but technically I am Hungarian so I wanted to learn more about my culture and heritage by coming here. I ended up leaving with a lot more than that; the city is beautiful, the old architecture combined with modern areas are breathtaking, the people are really nice and conversational, everyone speaks English so there is basically no language barrier, but obviously you will run into people who only speak Hungarian but that makes the experience more exciting. Budapest is also one of the cheaper European cities which will be really nice for your wallet after traveling around so much. Budapest also has so many varieties of restaurants, anything from traditional Hungarian food to Asian, Indian, Middle Eastern, Peruvian, and etc. There's countless amounts of parks, all offering something different. The city also has such a young feeling to it while preserving it's history; there are so many ways you can enjoy a quick little drink with your friends at outside pubs or markets during the day, the nightlife is also great in terms of safety and endless opportunities. You could never get bored in this city and if you do decide to try it out, I recommend going to Margaret's Island, Karavan, and one of my favorite hikes Normafa! I also made a whole account dedicated to my Budapest travels on instagram called @backinbudapest if you want to go see what I did during the semester in more detail!

Getting here I did not know what to expect. But as an American student it was especially rewarding to be around so many students from other parts of Europe. They must all come for english programs.

RyanAir flights are really cheap out of Dublin so the rest of Europe is just a flight away to explore.

The program itself is very interactive and the trips we take are always very organized and fun. Anyone who is looking to study abroad, whether in Dublin or elsewhere should definitely consider CEA as their program choice.

Overall, the experience of completing the SIS + Internship through Barcelona SAE was great. The staff was friendly, helpful, and supportive. The placements were very well organized and matched me very well. I found the classes to be interesting and fun. The professors were all nice, as were my internship mentors.

The program did an excellent job of orienting me in the city of Barcelona. The tours, cooking classes, and other activities were all incredibly interesting, showed a diverse range of barrios in Barcelona, and were great ways to meet new friends.

CEA provided with a life time changing opportunity, it helped me to discover so many good things and to achieve many others. I met people that now are my friends, I has amazing professors, and on site staff that truly cared about me. If you want to go abroad, CEA is definitely your choice!! So overall all it was such a great experience. I have heard from many students that they are curious to study abroad and let me tell you, you will never regret studying abroad, for me, it changed my life in such a positive way! So enjoy life, travel the world, meet new people, and have fun, all over while still studying.

If it was not for the on-site staff in Barcelona at the super new CEA location in the heart of Barcelona in Plaza Catalunya, I’d have not had the same experience. Staff is very nice, and I always enjoyed practicing my Spanish with them after class. I got the opportunity to build valuable relationships with them! Miss you all!

The multiple cultural activities offered as well as the weekly newsletter sent to students were great initiatives to be able to better get to know the Spanish and Catalan culture!

I had an amazing time studying abroad in Florence through CEA! The staff was very helpful and accommodating, my classes were interesting, and I was able to travel to many different cities and countries throughout Europe. My program was very small because of Covid, which actually enhanced my experience. We were able to have very interactive class discussions and go on some awesome field trips. One of my classes included a wine and cheese tasting field trip! Outside of class, I traveled often with my friends on the weekends. I was able to explore Italy as well as some other countries. Included in the program were several day trips in my host country. CEA provided transportation and activities to do in each of these locations. Overall, the program was great and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to study abroad!

I enjoyed my passionate and knowledgable professors in my courses at CEA and felt close to those who worked in the office and front desk. The staff would do anything to make the experience and transition better for their students and completely defined my incredible time in Barcelona. Especially during COVID, the staff helped support students with updated travel regulations and health protocols. I always felt that my CEA staff was striving to enhance my learning and life abroad. One way the program enhancing my learning outside the classroom is with weekly field trips that teach unique historical or modern lessons regarding culture such as cooking, dancing, music, urban planning, and more! I take away so many great memories in my host city and surrounding countries.

This program has been an incredible experience. They made me feel comfortable when I first arrived and helped me create a sense of independence in the process. They set me up with the most amazing homestay which helped me improve my Spanish as well as connect with a local. The excursions especially were out of this world; not only did they take us around Barcelona but they helped us explore around Spain to Costa Brava and Tarragona. I recommend this program to any student with a love for traveling!

Though it's been a few years since I studied abroad, I still frequently think about my experience on the CAPA Florence Program and how much I grew during my time overseas. This program offers so many interesting courses, along with plenty of extracurricular activities to get out and explore the city. The CAPA Florence staff members are some of the friendliest, warmest, and most caring people I have ever met and were ALWAYS there for support. I feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to participate in this program!

My experience with CEA was some of the best eight weeks of my life. I learned so much through the internship course and the internship course that will prepare me well for my future. The CEA staff is so friendly and encouraging, and they are always there for you. I never thought that I would say this, but my internship was fun!

CEA did a fantastic job placing me with my internship. They really listen to what I was looking for and worked so hard to find a placement that suits my interests. They want the best for you.