CEA CAPA Education Abroad Reviews

Studying abroad with CEA CAPA in London was an amazing experience that I’ll always treasure. There was a strong balance between academics, cultural immersion, and personal growth. The courses were engaging and connected directly to the city, allowing us to go on many field trips to apply our learning to real life. We were able to experience museum exhibitions, walking tours, and so many other opportunities I might not have had without CEA CAPA.

What I loved most was how much freedom I had to explore London while still feeling connected to a group of peers who quickly became some of my closest friends. I was able to feel so connected to the city, and actually leave a piece of myself in London!

Overall, studying abroad in London with CEA CAPA gave me lifelong memories, and a deeper confidence in myself. I can’t recommend this program enough to anyone looking for an exciting study abroad experience!

Before studying abroad in London, I knew very little about London’s culture and European history. For example, I didn’t know Stonehenge was in England. Studying abroad with CEA CAPA opened my eyes to how big the world we live in is. London has all kinds of history, food, and museums. Also, the best museums are free! Coming back to school this year, I have found a new way of confidence in myself and how I can adapt to change in life. Studying abroad is truly a life-changing experience and is something I will always be happy to talk about.

You never really know what to expect when you study abroad in a different country with a different culture, but Dublin provided an easy entry way into wanting to travel, intern, or study abroad in a foreign country. CEA CAPA made sure that we got familiar with the city immediately and also had us meet the people who would be our emergency contact right away as well. Safety was never an issue as they made sure to address it right away. The city, culture, and people of Dublin made me fall in love and I want to go back as soon as possible. Dublin, as well as the other cities in the country were welcoming and interesting, there truly never was a dull moment and there was always something fun to explore. The activities CEA CAPA provided not only fit in with our academic course, but also with enjoyable things we as a program would have wanted to do anyway. Event hough there maybe worries about homesickness, Dublin and CEA CAPA made me feel right at home and I recommend this program to anyone even slightly interested, it changed me for the better and I can't say enough kind things about this study abroad program or this country. I truly would trade this experience for anything!

Antibes is an absolute delight, it's smaller and quieter than its neighboring cities like Nice or Cannes, especially in the off-season, which makes it perfect for anyone who prefers like a slower pace. I absolutely adored wandering through the old town of Antibes and chilling at the beach, there's just so much to do and see. It’s also incredibly well-connected, it's just a quick train ride away from Nice, Cannes, the airport, and truly so much more. So it's very easy to do weekend trips or day trips and explore. I went on a few weekend trips to places like London, Prague, Florence, and Vienna and when I returned, Antibes somehow was always so warm and sunny so it felt like returning was the vacation. And if you're worried about the language barrier, I always felt like if you're hanging out at the local bars, you’re just as likely to hear a British or Australian accent as you are French.

I could not recommend study abroad enough, it was 100% the best decision I have made! Ive always wanted to travel, and there is no better time considering you can get class credits simultaneously. CEA CAPA was always there for any question or concern I had, with a quick reply and a solution at hand. Classes were engaging and completely manageable with the fast paced schedules most study abroad students have. I would go abroad with CEA all over again if I could! I also could not ask for a better study abroad city. Barcelona has anything you could ask for, including a major city, to beaches, to quiet towns. The food was delicious, the people were kind, and the opportunities on a daily bases were endless.

I highly recommend studying abroad in Grenoble. It is a great city for university students and everyone is very hospitable. My program leaders, Brie and Justine, were very supportive and were there to help us through the process. Stuyding abroad forces you to go outside of your comfort zone and encourages you to grow as a person. You learn a lot about other cultures and get to meet many new friends all over the world. I could not recommend studying in Grenoble more! Grenoble is also close to many European cities and transport is very accessible.

My time in London, England this past spring were some of the best moments of my life. The people I met, the places I saw, and all that I learned from living abroad were some of the greatest things I could have experienced. Living in a city like London was such a privilege as I had access to pretty much anything I wanted to do at my fingertips. The public transportation system, or as they call it the Tube, was super convenient as I took it to and from school each day. It got me anywhere I needed to and efficiently! The culture of the city was one of my favorite parts. The different boroughs made it seem like I was experiencing a whole new city each and every time. My personal favorite being Soho, specifically the West End, as I am a total theatre nerd. The program itself was great as they provided us with housing in areas accessible in both getting us to and from school as well as local amenities we may have needed. I lived in the borough of Islington and absolutely loved it! The neighborhood was very safe and there was so much to do just within walking distance of my flat! The classes were also super interesting and there was a great variety in what you could take. I also loved how in majority of classes we went on field visits and got to experience so much of the city outside of the classroom. One of my favorite field visits was going to see Shakespeare's "Macbeth" at the Globe with my class! The professors were also fantastic and I felt as though it was really easy to connect with them as they were all both approachable and personable. The thing that is so special about London is just how much there is to do and never getting over it. This city will always have a special place in my heart and I hope someday to go back and do it all over again!

I was an engineering student taking Thermodynamics and Art and Architecture in Ancient Rome (A&A). A&A was such an eye-opening experience because our class was onsite almost every day. We would start our classes in the Roman Forum, around the Colosseum, and in popular museums around Rome. It allowed me to learn about ancient Rome in a way that I couldn't back at Michigan State University. It's the class experiences like these that make studying abroad worth it. It was an incredible experience, and I would recommend it to anyone looking to explore Rome.

My 4 months in Amsterdam were truly amazing. I was able to challenge myself with difficult courses, while also being able to explore new cultures and meet new people from many different backgrounds. The onsite staff in Amsterdam is world-class and improved my experience to no end. The biking culture in the Netherlands is unmatched. Being able to bike to school, to the store, to restaurants, to parks, just everywhere was really great. Amsterdam is so full of diversity that there is something for everyone. During my time, I was able to find a pick-up soccer league to play in, had a group of friends who would go try different restaurants, and had picnics in the park on some weekends. There was always something to do.

This past Summer, I spent 3 weeks in the heart of Dublin learning how to navigate intercultural relationships through classes as well as in the real world. The courses I took provided me with the knowledge to form connections with those around me and the excursions that CEA CAPA planned for our group allowed me to apply that information in real time. I was able to make friends with locals and shop owners, making me feel much more immersed in the culture. The three weeks in Ireland did seem short in comparison, but I was able to make wonderful experiences traveling to castle, waterfalls, cliffs, and even walking trails with friends I made along the way. CEA CAPA made the program experience so smooth by giving great recommendations and advice to make us comfortable! 10/10 recommend