CEA CAPA Education Abroad Reviews

I absolutely loved this location and my classes in my field of study. I learned a lot and loved all the interactive activities. I feel like the location was incredible and full of learning opportunities outside of my field of study. The people, culture, my roommates, and living area were amazing. My teachers were great and super helpful and supportive. I loved traveling every weekend and truly felt like I got the most out of my experience. I loved the activities my program hosted like cooking classes and bike rides. I honestly wished there was even more! Definitely recommend this program!

I personally applied to study abroad without knowing anyone else who was going so I could throw myself out there and meet new people. That is exactly what I did! I had a great experience making new friends within the program and also making friends with locals. I made an effort to practice my Spanish while ordering food or talking to people on the street and sometimes my awkward stumbling over words made for a good moment of laughter and built friendships. A huge part of acclimating to this new environment was the supportive staff on site. They were so good at checking in regularly and offering assistance with anything, even something as small as navigating how to buy medicine. I would be lying if I said I wasn't nervous to enter a new country so far from home and my family, but because of the supportive and welcoming environment this program fostered, I did not feel alone, and I was able to become comfortable very quickly.

I LOVED studying abroad in Rome with CEA CAPA. I was able to not only immerse myself in the culture and community of the city but to also meet many new people from my home college, forming friendships which I still maintain back home. The CEA CAPA staff did a great just accommodating us, even helping me find my own unique volunteer internship that fit my major and interests despite it not being apart of the course load. Special shout out to Emma and Alice in the CEA CAPA Rome office, they made such an impact on my time there. Also had an incredible academic experience, with professors that cared and came to class each day excited to teach and get to know us. Dr. Lufrani was a incredible, compassionate, and highly knowledgable Dominican Friar who lived and taught in a monastery in Rome, even taking us on a tour of the church near where he lived, an experience unlike anything I had done before. I would do anything to go back and do it all again!

The Barcelona SAE program was incredibly supportive, educational, and incredible! The program intentionally created opportunities and encouragement for students to fully embrace the Spanish lifestyle and culture. Barcelona SAE made cultural immersion an intentional experience built into the program, rather than something students had to figure out on their own. I consistently felt that every mentor and professor I came across was eager and enthusiastic to help students develop a broader perspective and seek new experiences! Because of this support, it was almost hard not to step outside my comfort zone while also feeling supported by the program.

The scholarship program fostered by BSAE is also incredible. I applied and was awarded one of their merit scholarships, which allowed my experience to be financially manageable and really supported me throughout the semester!

The academic experience at BSAE was also so enriching. The classes were genuinely engaging and challenging, but never inhibited my ability to travel or limited my free time! I learned so much about Spain’s culture in the classroom that I found could simultaneously apply as soon I stepped outside of the classroom, as well. Learning about global history, sustainability, and politics through a lens not typical of an American classroom challenged the way I’ve typically learned in the U.S.

Studying in Tokyo was the best decision I have ever made. The room is small but that doesn't really matter because you are only there at the end of the day to shower and sleep. You should be out all day exploring as much as you can because it is such a big city with so many things to do. The commute to class is extremely easy to navigate and that goes for all of the trains all over Tokyo. It takes a couple of uncomfortable days of learning it but it becomes second nature very quickly. I recommend learning some simple Japanese for everyday situations (Not necessary) It will make the locals happy and is a great way to make friends with the Japanese students. They will tell you how great your Japanese is (Nihongo Jyouzu!) and could be used as a good conversation starter. The people are really kind and friendly. On my brothers first day of visiting me we went to go get dinner and unexpectedly a Japanese Uncle started buying us food and some desserts.

My study abroad quarter in Seville, Spain was the most incredible and life changing experience in my entire life. It sounds clique, I know, but it truly was the most magical and life altering experience that makes you question whether your life at home is the only form of reality. Living in Spain made me see the beauty in every small moment, I quickly learned to slow down and be present, which is something I lacked back at home. Seville opened my eyes to a world of peace and I will forever be grateful to the city for giving me a home outside of my own. Living in a new country allowed me to step outside my comfort zone, and really immerse myself in Spanish culture. I learned to appreciate different perspective and cultures while also learning about my own. I got to see the world from a perspective outside the US. I made so many lasting connections that I will forever cherish. Seville will always hold a special place in my heart because it shaped me into the person I am today. In terms of academics, they really emphasizes hands on exploration, which in my opinion is the best form of learning because I was able to experience history, culture, and language beyond the classroom. CEA CAPA's resources and support were exceptional, helping me feel prepared and supported throughout my time abroad. On site staff was the best, and they were always there to help with any questions or concerns. Housing was also incredible. I had my own studio which had the perfect amount of space for a person. Our studio was a 40 minute walk to CEA CAPA center, which was a perfect walk for me, and I throughly enjoyed taking the scenic route and enjoying the beauty Seville has to offer.

Honestly probably the greatest decision that I've ever made and this due to CEA CAPA. Being my first time out of the country, I was nervous and quite honestly had no clue what to expect. But with the resources and support from CEA CAPA, it became real easy to call Sydney my second home for my time being there. The overall process to getting to go was smooth and direct, since you are given a list of tasks on what you have to do and how to do it. Then once you arrive , the staff down to the professors make sure that they are there for you and the other students. Even bringing us closer together whether that be through the various excursions, events or even just in class itself.

Going abroad with CEA CAPA in Madrid was the best decision I’ve made. From the culture and language to the food and social scene, living in Spain for two months made this summer the most transformative experience of my life. CEA CAPA gave me the perfect balance between academics and free time, and while it provided students with plenty of opportunities to explore the city through program-sponsored events, I felt I learned the most when I went out on my own and threw myself into living in a foreign city. I undoubtedly had my anxieties about living without my family and having only a basic level of Spanish, but that made the whole experience 10x more rewarding. I believe the best way to acclimate to your new surroundings is to just dive in headfirst and keep an open mind. I stumbled along the way, but I felt that CEA CAPA always supported me, whether it was with my classes, housing, or meeting other students. I would recommend this program to anyone looking for the best two months of their life!

My experience studying in Prague with CEA CAPA was unforgettable. I was simultaneously able to earn required credit for my major while exploring the most beautiful city I have ever visited. As a chemical engineering student in an accelerated course of study, I have very little freedom to explore more creative courses, but Art and Architecture in the Golden City stretched me and taught me to appreciate the historical nuances, traditions, and patterns hidden in works all over Prague and across Europe.

Madrid was an experience and a place I am never going to forget. I was able to pack my time abroad full of so many memorable experiences. Between trying amazing Spanish cuisine, seeing Spain win the World Cup, attending a Bad Bunny concert, traveling all over, and just simply exploring the city, I felt like I was able to do it all within the two months I was there. There was always something to do, and I never found myself getting bored or overwhelmed with everything. I would recommend this study abroad program to everyone! Take a chance to go abroad, and choose Madrid!