Program Reviews

The excursions offered by CEA CAPA during my London program were superior. We went to Bath and then we had three options to go to other places I decided to go to Cambridge University. They also purchased tickets for us to go to a musical or a play. I chose to go to Wicked, this sparked my need to see other musicals in London. Seeing Wicked sparked my want to see more musicals during my time in London. Some of the shows I saw were: Les Miserable, Phantom of the Opera, and Six. CEA CAPA constantly had things for us to do and could recommend things to do as well.

When I decided to study abroad in Seville, Spain for the spring semester I was so scared to go to a totally new country and knowing that I knew absolutely no one. I ended up meeting the best people and creating lifelong friendships and connections that I will forever be grateful for. I was able to interact with people from all over Spain, the US, and the world and I still keep up with them to this day. I ended up loving it so much that I decided to extend my stay and return again in the fall and I will never regret it.

This title, "Aix, Ma Ville" is the tagline that you will see posted all around the city center of Aix-en-Provence. During my three and a half months in France, I absolutely found a home there. Not only was my internship extremely valuable for my resume, but it also allowed me to engage more deeply with the local culture and with my French language skills. Being in an office environment two days a week helped me get to know my coworkers over lunch break, and they were always willing to give me tips on life in France -- both professionally and personally. This was such an incredible experience, packed with professional experience related to my major, cultural immersion, travel, and finding new friends. A recreational tip: visit the markets! They run every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, as well as a daily produce market that occurs in Place Richelme.

I was able to study Medical Spanish in San Jose, Costa Rica. This vibrant city is full of a rich history and a vibrant people. I was able to stay with a host family that treated me like one of their own. As a result of staying with them, my Spanish skills increase tremendously in just the first week of my stay. Throughout the program, we went on tours of the city, coffee plants, and museums. I was also able to explore with friends, which resulted in traveling to nearby beaches and tasting different foods at restaurants.

When considering studying abroad I had so many questions about how spending four months in a foreign country would be. Looking back on it now, I am so grateful for the experiences I gained abroad; getting to live in a new city, seeing so many beautiful places, trying new foods and experiencing different cultures. I studied through the CEA CAPA center, where I was provided with an amazing support from the time I signed up and throughout my semester in Barcelona. I lived in an apartment building that was a fifteen minute commute to school and the city center. The building was a mix of students from my program and locals. I lived a ten minute walk from the Sagrada Familia and enjoyed exploring in the neighborhood I lived in. I loved riding the metro each morning and checking out local shops and restaurants after school. Overall I had an unforgettable experience studying abroad and truly treasure all my time there.

My time abroad in Barcelona was by far the highlight of college (so far, even though I don't think anything else will top it.) The staff made sure we were supported every step of the way and ensured we were constantly in the know about everything.
Throughout the program they had lots of little day trips already planned for us which made it super easy to get totally immersed in the culture and community just by being able to see so much of the country through the eyes and guidance of the locals!

I had such an incredible time in Costa Rica and most of that experience was truly made by CEA CAPA. Beyond the classes I took and people I met, most of my favorite experiences were the excursions that CEA CAPA planned for us; we went to Manuel Antonio and toured the national park, swam in the waters of La Fortuna waterfall after a fodo tour in the Montevrde Cloud Forest, and more. Overall my time abroad was truly incredible and I am so thankful for CEA CAPA and what they did for their students!!

I had such an incredible time in Costa Rica and most of that experience was truly made by CEA CAPA. Beyond the classes I took and people I met, most of my favorite experiences were the excursions that CEA CAPA planned for us; we went to Manuel Antonio and toured the national park, swam in the waters of La Fortuna waterfall after a fodo tour in the Montevrde Cloud Forest, and more. Overall my time abroad was truly incredible and I am so thankful for CEA CAPA and what they did for their students!!

My time abroad in Grenoble was with all certainty a highlight of my life. The experiences I had there learning about the local culture, studying at a high level, exploring the city and the alps, eating delicious food, and travelling beyond the city limits are those that I will cherish for the rest of my life. I grew significantly as a person abroad, facilitated by the support that CEA CAPA provides and simply becoming embedded into such a unique and limitless new world. Grenoble's central location within Europe as well as the developed transportation system allowed for further travels throughout the rest of Europe with incredible ease. I would highly recommend this program to anyone, especially those who are intrigued by nature, good food, travelling, and French culture.

Studying abroad in Rome through CEA CAPA was one of the best experiences in my entire life. I was fortunate enough to go abroad the spring semester of my junior year with a bunch of my friends. During my time, I travelled to over 20 cities, 12 countries, and 2 continents. Before this, I had never been to another country, so I really feel like I made the most of my time and got to explore so many different global perspectives. I learned much more than I could have in any class setting. This opportunity definitely challenged me but was so rewarding, I have memories and lessons that will last a lifetime.