Program Reviews

Going abroad to Barcelona with CEA CAPA was truly an amazing experience that I will forever be grateful I had the opportunity to experience. Barcelona has so much to offer. Between exploring the city, the beach, restaurants, nightlife, shopping, there is always something fun to do! Barcelona is also super easy to get around and easy to travel from. The CEA CAPA staff and teachers were all very helpful and supportive throughout my whole experience making it a program I could not recommend enough!

I loved my time in Amsterdam with CEA CAPA! The housing and arrival was smooth and easy, and it was very easy to fall into a routine. The schoolwork at the VU was not hard, and I had time to go to 9 different countries during my time abroad. I made amazing friends through the program, and we explored the city together and shared so many fun memories. I would highly recommend this program because of the amazing CEA staff, the wonderful location, and for the personal growth I went through. I gained so much confidence and independence.

Very few students are able to say that they studied AND interned in a foreign country at the same time; thanks to CEA CAPA I was able to do this in my dream city. I learned a tremendous amount in my art classes, and was even able to see a majority of the works I studied in person. The company I worked with was tremendously welcoming and willing to train me, and I still keep in contact with a majority of my coworkers. My roommate was randomly assigned, and we are still best friends to this day. I would not have met her or had the opportunity to create these lifelong memories had it not been for CEA CAPA.

Making the decision to go abroad was not easy for me. I did not want to "miss out" on an entire semester of college by going to another country. I am so grateful I made the decision to go to Sevilla. The culture there was absolutely incredible; the food, the music, the people, I could go on and on. Sevilla is such a beautiful city and it is the perfect size, not too big to navigate nor too many people to enjoy a walk. The CEA CAPA staff in Sevilla were nothing short of amazing. They made sure that everyone was comfortable and safe at all times and were so enthusiastic on engaging with the students in the program. Finally, the people I met on my program was my favorite part. I can confidently say that some of the people I was with in Sevilla for four months are now lifelong friends of mine.

Studying abroad in Barcelona with CEA CAPA was the best decision ever. I went into the program with many students I knew from my home university; however, none were my close friends. The relationships I developed abroad will always remain a part of my life, and the experiences I had are impossible to replicate. Barcelona has the most incredible people, food, and culture, and it was truly the best second home I could have imagined. I learned more about their local culture through celebrations, festivals, and holidays. I also had the opportunity to learn some Spanish through one of my courses. I would do anything to go back!

Study abroad is intimidating. Settling into a new and foreign country by yourself seems scary. However, I my experience in Aix-en-Provence was unforgettably amazing. My program I went with, CEA CAPA, also paved a smooth way for my transition into Aix-en-Provence, organized my housing and classes which worked out great, and offered a volunteer opportunity to teach english that also had a great influence during my time abroad. I absolutely loved the city I lived in, the walks to and from my apartment that brightened by day, the bakeries and boutiques all within the city, the greenery and fresh produce and flowers in the markets, and the performers that would fill the streets with music. It left me with such a beautiful impression that I would never get tired of. Everyone I met was kind and helpful and complimented my french. I always felt safe, even walking alone at night. Transportation was also very easy, accessible and affordable which was helpful when I needed to go to the train station or airport or just a bus ride from the store to my apartment. Leaving at the end of the semester was harder than I thought it was going to be, but I am thankful that it was because it showed how meaningful and life changing that experience was and continues to be in my life.

Studying abroad was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. It pushed me out of my comfort zone, offering a new cultural perspective while fostering personal growth. The opportunity to study in a different country enriched my academic experience, and I gained valuable life skills like independence, adaptability, and global awareness.

Beyond the classroom, traveling to nearby cities and connecting with students from around the world created lasting memories and friendships. If you’re considering studying abroad, do it—you won’t regret it! It’s an experience that will shape you for life.

During my time in Rome, I lived 100 lives and met so many amazing people. The CEA staff was immediately so welcoming and supportive to our program and made us feel right at home. I lived with six girls from Syracuse University, as well as one Italian roommate who was local to the area. I really think having an Italian roommate gave me such a unique experience and helped me explore the culture even more. She took us out to dinners at local restaurants, helped me navigate the new language and city, and even showed me how to make traditional Italian tiramisu. I also got to take classes with students from all over the country, some of which I am still best friends with. CEA provided us with so many resources, challenging academics, and immersive activities to give us a well-rounded, unique experience.

I went abroad to Costa Rica during the Summer 2 term that CEA CAPA offers. I was abroad for 5 weeks and it was the best experience in my life. I loved the people I met, both through the program and outside of it, and the location I was in. I was in San José, the center of the country, so traveling to other parts of the country was extremely easy because they were all a maximum of 4 hours away. There is so much to explore, with every part off the country being so different from the others. I truly enjoyed it so much, and would definitely return.

I have always wanted to do Study abroad and after going to Spain this summer through CEA CAPA abroad, I want to go again! I had such an amazing experience with the best professor, location, and cultural immersion. My host family was so welcoming and I felt so safe in Granada. The night life is wonderful and the day to day lifestyle there is something that I truly admire. I recommend to anyone interested in travel to go to Granada, Spain - it is such a beautiful place with great cultural history!