CEA CAPA Education Abroad Reviews

In the time leading up to my semester abroad, I was very anxious and nervous. I was not sure what to expect or how I would react to being so far away from my family and friends. And the first couple of days were hard for me, it was hard to find a new routine at first, and it was hard being somewhere so different from my usual life. However, I was able to work through these difficult adjustments, and I am so much more confident in myself and my abilities. I grew as a person when I set aside my own cultural norms and embraced the culture that I had immersed myself in. It was an eye-opening experience to see how others live and to understand on a deeper level the norms of another culture.
During my time, there were two things I really appreciated about the team in Florence with my program. First, I really appreciated the communication between students and the program leaders. In the weeks leading up to my arrival in Florence, I received multiple emails about what to expect and how to prepare for my arrival in the city. There were tips about the taxi system, safety tips for being out in the city, and recommendations for what to do and where to eat. As I had never spent an extended time in Florence, having these emails as a resource helped me to feel prepared and equipped for living in the city. This leads into the second point of appreciation, I really felt a sense of support during my program. My program leaders regularly checked in to make sure that my classes were going well, to make sure I wasn't having trouble in my apartment, and to make sure I was enjoying my time in Florence. It was obvious to me that my program leaders cared about their students and wanted them to have the best experience abroad possible.

This past summer I studied in Prague, Czech Republic with CEA CAPA Education Abroad and overall it was a fantastic experience! Prague is an amazing city with lots to offer, and I didn't even come close to doing everything after being there for two months. While Prague is a big city, each neighborhood has a distinct vibe that makes it unique. This definitely can make the city feel smaller if that's something you're looking for.

My experience with CEA CAPA Education Abroad was excellent, as the classes weren't too challenging but challenging enough for me to learn a lot. They do a really good job making sure that their students have plenty of time to explore the city and really enjoy their experience abroad! They also host excursions where students can explore the Czech Republic outside of Prague, as well as events within the city itself. I participated in many of these things myself, and I got to explore and learn a lot about the history of Prague and the Czech Republic as a whole.

I would definitely recommend studying abroad with CEA CAPA, whether that's in Prague or anywhere else. I'd also recommend Prague to anybody who's just traveling around Europe as well! There certainly is not a shortage of things to do there, and I had little to no poor experiences there.

Rome is the perfect country to study abroad. It fits all your needs from the quality of life, to the history, and to the delicious food. Walking around by the famous landmarks like the Vatican and the Colloseum was truly breathtaking. Unwinding with friends and having freshly made pasta and late night walks grabbing gelato is something I miss and I talk about all the time. The countless stories and friends I've made along the way made Rome the premier location. I will forever remember this journey and would want other students to have the best time like I did.

Although my program was based in Sorrento, Italy, the program offered for Florence is just as amazing and offers multiple excursions throughout the program! The courses are fun yet educational and the city of Florence is just as lively and known for their historical art and duomo! Having access to local transportation, we are also able to easily travel to other major cities within Italy, such as Venice, Milan, Rome, and Naples! The academic program offers many courses that could fulfil gen ed requirements or major requirements as well!

I had a great experience with CEA CAPA in Sydney Australia for many reasons! The area was perfect, it has everything you could want from the city, to a bunch of beaches, mountainous regions, and quaint suburb towns. I was able to do several things that I would have never done without the program, such as scuba diving in the great barrier reef, climbing the harbour bridge, and getting to hug a koala! CEA CAPA provides many opportunities for group excursions that are fun and informational. I also gained a lot from the classes I took, with many class field trips and immersive experiences rather than just lecture class sessions. Sydney is a beautiful city and I couldn't be happier I got the opportunity to live there through CEA CAPA.

Hi everyone! My name is Reed! I am a senior psychology major at Spelman College, and I studied abroad in Barcelona, Spain in Spring 2026. Studying abroad in Barcelona was an amazing time. It got me out of my comfort zone. Though it is cliché to say, it really did. I learned so much about Barcelona's history, and the local language (Catalan). I even learned to speak a little at a local cafe. I volunteered at the language learning academy, and it was so much fun. Overall, my time in Barcelona was a time of growth and fun.

Studying abroad with CEA CAPA is the reason I had such an amazing experience. I walked into the experience with one friend from my home university and walked away with a group of 10 lifelong friends. This program provides so many opportunities to meet new people from the hundreds of activities they offer. The support staff is always willing to help and answer questions whether it is something big or small. Before leaving, my parents weren't the most enthusiastic about the idea of me being so far from family and friends but looking back now they say they had nothing to worry about. In the first few days of arrival you have a comprehensive orientation where you get emergency contacts and essential safety and wellbeing information. I never felt unsupported or alone, I knew the staff was always there. The class times allow for lots of time to explore other countries, cities, or places. I completed a 15 week semester and felt I was able to explore Florence entirely while also checking so many things off my bucket list around Europe. I had the best experience ever and would reccomend this program to everyone.

I went to Granada, Spain with CEA CAPA during the summer of 2026. On top of hosting two of my university classes, their team took us on exciting tours throughout the city, like the historical palace and other cultural sites. We also took weekend excursions to multiple cities in Morocco and Madrid, where they connected class material to tangible real-world sites. All of the staff were amazing people and I genuinely enjoyed talking with them. Overall, I've come out of this trip a more knowledgeable person about the world and I'm so happy I went!

This program helped me grow educationally, professionally, and personally. I chose this program due to my interest in both Education and Psychology. I was able to experience education from a different point of view that had allowed me to apply now to different experiences back home. I was greeted every day with the wonderful CEA CAPA team in Madrid and found a second family while abroad. This program provided educational excursions that work well along side the course. The Madrid team as well was caring and thoughtful all while out there. I got to share an amazing apartment and make lifelong friends. This course itself allowed me to grow in my academics as a I was challenged with new activities as well as a place where I applied what I learned in every day. If I could I would do it all over again , I highly recommend this program and all it has to offer.

Through Atlantis, a subprogram of CEA CAPA, I was blessed with the opportunity to shadow doctors in a hospital abroad in Madrid, Spain for two weeks. This experience was so unique and special to me because I got to explore my two passions - medicine and Spanish. In University, I major in Psychology and minor in Spanish on the pre-medical track. I've dreamt of going abroad but knew that if I spent a whole semester away, I would be off track, especially with the way my specific university schedules classes. Therefore, this shadowing internship was the perfect way for me to achieve that dream of being abroad while also staying on track with my education.