CEA CAPA Education Abroad Reviews

Studying abroad in Florence was one of the most memorable, meaningful, and transformative experiences of my life. Studying abroad pushed me outside of my comfort zone, immersed me in a new culture, and helped me grow both personally and professionally. As a marketing student, I gained a unique perspective on the luxury and fashion industries through company visits, cultural experiences, and hands-on coursework that I would not have experienced in a traditional classroom. Beyond academics, I built lifelong friendships, became more independent, and gained the confidence to navigate unfamiliar cities and embrace new experiences. Before going abroad, I had countless questions about what the experience would actually be like. Looking back, I am incredibly grateful that I decided to go. CEA CAPA is welcoming and helpful; the program was focused on creating both academic and cultural experiences. The summer course I took wasn’t limited to a classroom; we visited luxury brands, historical sites, museums, and local businesses, allowing me to immerse myself in what I was learning and the culture around me. I appreciated the support I received before and during my program. From the application process to arriving in Italy, CEA CAPA made the transition feel manageable and ensured students had the resources they needed to succeed. I felt encouraged to explore independently, knowing there was always a support system available if I needed it. CEA CAPA gave me experiences and friendships that will stay with me forever. The program challenged me to become more independent, adaptable, and confident while allowing me to appreciate a new culture. I came home with unforgettable memories and skills that will benefit me personally and professionally for years to come.

Studying abroad in Rome with CEA Abroad was one of the best experiences of my college journey. I loved being able to experience Italian culture and everyday life while studying, improving my Italian, and exploring such an incredible city. The best part was the people I met. My roommates, neighbors and classmates became some of my closest friends, and we traveled around Italy and made unforgettable memories together. I became more independent, confident, and open-minded, and I would absolutely recommend this program!

I absolutely loved my time in Aix-en-Provence with CEA Capa. Their staff were super helpful in teaching me about the local culture and all the best places in the city. The excursions were incredible and highlights of my trip! The standard housing was also really nice, with a lofted bedroom, single bathroom, and kitchen. The only thing I didn't love about the housing was the lack of oven, but we made it work. Lastly, learning mostly in French was such a rewarding experience for me. It was difficult for sure, but it was super rewarding. Overall, I felt my skills in French got so much better due to my experience here.

Studying abroad with CEA CAPA was an amazing experience overall! They made the process of going abroad very easy, especially with housing and getting settled. Unfortunately, my grandmother passed away while I was abroad and I had to travel home during midterms. I felt that the academic side could have been more accommodating during such a difficult circumstance, and my midterm grades were negatively affected. Despite that experience, I absolutely loved my time abroad and would still recommend CEA CAPA to anyone considering studying abroad.

Barcelona was the perfect place for me to study and explore. CEA CAPA's learning center was conveniently located in Plaça de Catalunya, the heart of Barcelona, with easy access to numerous neighborhoods. The classes fit under my Cinema major and Writing Studies minor, and we did frequent excursions that allowed us to explore more parts of the city. I was very happy with my housing in Eixample, and I became fast friends with my roommates and other students in the program. I would definitely recommend it!

One thing about me is that I’ve wanted to study abroad in college ever since I was in middle school, and once I started learning French in high school, I knew I wanted to go study abroad in France. Spending the semester in Antibes with CEA CAPA was such an amazing experience, and I’m so glad I went. The CEA CAPA office took us on so many fun excursions and hosted cool events. So much I would never have experienced and people I never would’ve met if it weren't for them. We had a few multicourse meals, an overnight stay in Aix-en-Provence, and made our own perfume. It was nice to be in a smaller city for my first time abroad by myself, so I felt safer, but it was still close to many other cities and the airport.

I studied during these past few months in London. My time there was truly the best experience of my entire life. I loved the University I was at and the location. I made many friends from all over and had a lovely social life there. The education was amazing, I had a Gender Studies class which is a general education class for me but it was my favorite class while I was there. The school I was incredible, I have just got accepted to go back to London for my masters at that school! I also was able to have the opportunity to have an internship in the field I want to work in, I worked for a record label and helped with their marketing. I am currently still in contact with them and hope to work with them when I graduate. Overall, the CEA program has made me feel like I finally know where I want to be at and who I am as a person, this program has genuinely changed my life for the better.

I absolutely loved my time abroad! I learned so many things about myself, other cultures, and living somewhere new. CEA Capa was a great program to use, they were extremely helpful in the preparation and during my time actually in Barcelona. The classes. Monday-Thursday were a good balance of easy and challenging, and being able to travel on the weekends was such a plus! Overall I did feel very safe while I was abroad. I made so many life-long friends and memories that I will cherish forever. I would encourage anyone and everyone if they have the opportunity and means to study abroad to definitely do it. It was a life-changing experience.

Barcelona is honestly one of my favorite cities ever! It had this perfect mix that's hard to find anywhere else, you could spend the morning on the beach, wander through the winding streets of the Gothic Quarter in the afternoon, then have an incredible dinner of tapas and fresh seafood at night. The food alone could carry a trip on its own, but then you add in the architecture, the energy, and how easy it is to get around (and fly in and out of) and it just makes for an unbeatable travel experience.

Studying abroad in Barcelona made for my best semester yet. As a native Spanish speaker I was so excited to improve my Spanish and finally put it to use in my daily life. I was also excited to meet new people and learn in a completely different environment. I got everything I could have ever asked for during my time abroad. I was lucky enough to travel across Europe during my semester there and would advise everyone to do the same.

If you get the opportunity to study abroad, take it. I will never forget the people I met, the small moments (like going into a Spanish grocery store for the first time), or exploring the city in between classes!