CEA CAPA Education Abroad Reviews

This past fall semester I studied abroad in Barcelona, Spain with CEA CAPA Abroad. My experience overall was great and I am so happy I chose this program! I received a lot of information and support from the program beforehand. My housing was amazing and I had a really nice dorm that had a cooking materials and cleaners weekly. My academics were mostly good, I had two classes with one professor that were a bit harder than I thought. The social scene in Barcelona is extraordinary and I had a lot of fun with my classmates. The culture and history in Barcelona is rich and I really enjoyed learning about it and living in such a cool place. Overall, it was an amazing experience and I would recommend it to others.

When I set foot in Barcelona, I was enchanted by its vibrant energy, rich culture, and breathtaking architecture. My time in this captivating city was remarkable and filled with unforgettable experiences and cherished memories.

Exploring the streets of Barcelona felt like stepping into a living, breathing masterpiece. The iconic works of Antoni Gaudí, such as the mesmerizing Sagrada Família and the whimsical Park Güell, left me in awe of his genius and creativity. Each intricate detail told a story, weaving together the past and present of this remarkable city.

Classes are mediocre. Did not learn anything significant in any of my classes. Lots of busy work, classes are 3hr 15min long and professors know it is a waste of time. Did not accommodate disability. Roommates were all racist and cliquey. Always ignored me or was rude, but giggling and laughing amongst each other. Talked to other people of color and they agreed. What else do you expect putting together a group of people who have never met? Please apply to a study abroad program within your uni!!

CEA CAPA Barcelona was a fantastic way to experience Europe for the first time. Classes were held Monday-Thursday, so long weekends were perfect for traveling. Barcelona was a phenomenal city to call home for 3.5 months. CEA CAPA prepared students to go abroad with a step-by-step pre-departure process that made the logistics of going abroad far less daunting. While we were there, CEA CAPA provided us with cultural workshops, optional trips to explore other parts of Spain, and more.

My favorite class while abroad was called Intercultural Interactions: A Psychological Perspective. This course was designed for students to gain a certain level of cultural competence. It broadened my perspective on different cultural situations and challenges that I had not encountered. The class really opened my eyes to the complexity of culture by relating it to psychological concepts.

I had the absolute best time studying abroad in Florence! The city is the perfect place to live abroad because it is not too big which makes it feel like home. Florence is so easy to navigate and to learn the ins and outs of living in Italy. CEA CAPA provided so much support both before I left and during the program. The classes are so fun and we were always doing fun activities in them! We got to do wine tastings, take tours of local museums, and present our own food and wine pairing which was so cool!

I cannot express enough how fantastic this experience was! Living with two other roomates from different parts of America in a cozy European apartment in the 5th arrondissement of Paris was a dream! And right next to Ernest Hemmingway's old apartment! Experiencing the daily life, in's and out's of French language and culture on top of the renowned food, historic sights, metro/subway system, unforgettable markets and events was like no other experience and I am ecstatic at the thought of going back ASAP!

I had an amazing time studying abroad with CEA CAPA program in London. My housing was amazing, it definitely surprised me how nice and modern it was. I was also put into one of the only flats with air conditioning. I loved my neighborhood my flat resided in. it was only a 40 minute commute to the CAPA center and making that commute was easy and smooth. we had a lot of support at the CAPA center. if we ever needed anything we could go to the front desk with any questions or concerns we might have. The staff was friendly and I appreciated the support system we had.

I studied abroad with CEA CAPA in Sevilla, Spain during the Fall 2023 semester and had an incredible experience. I participated in a study and internship program and highly recommend it to other students, especially business students who are interested in working internationally in the future. The CEA CAPA team worked to make sure I found an internship that fit me and checked in throughout my program to see my progress. Their team is dedicated and genuinely cares about their students. I definitely recommend CEA CAPA if you are looking for a great program to study abroad with!

I had a great time in Madrid and made countless friends through my experience! I loved my apartment and most things about my school, especially the professors. I always felt super safe and cannot wait until I can go back again. I only had classes with other exchange students though, so it was a bit hard to make friends with locals and other people from Spain, but other than that I have no complaints from my semester abroad!
I really enjoyed all the new experiences I got to have, including trying new food and going to new places and it has given me such a different outlook on life.

I cannot say enough good things about this experience. I went overseas not knowing anyone, which can be very scary, but CEA CAPA made me feel so supported throughout my entire trip. The class went so well and I brought all of my knowledge back home. But CEA CAPA went above and beyond what I expected. They have excursions, cooking classes, tours, etc all included in your plan which helps immerse yourself into the culture. No matter what I needed, they were always so supporting. They CEA CAPA office was in a perfect location as well, easy access to it! 100/10 recommend this program!