CIS Abroad Reviews

I studied abroad through CIS Abroad in Florence, Italy during the Spring 2026 semester. I cannot recommend it enough! Truly a fantastic experience, being able to fully immerse myself in the city of Florence. CIS did an incredible job supporting us students and organizing many events which helped us dive deeper in to the local culture! I met so many awesome people and learned so much about the city and Italy as a whole. Florence's location also allowed for such easy travel, whether it was throughout Italy or to a different country. If you are thinking about studying abroad, do it -- it is so worth it.

Leaving to study abroad in Barcelona was my first time ever leaving the country and exploring a new culture. I could not be more grateful for choosing CIS Abroad for such an amazing experience. From the very beginning, the CIS Abroad staff helped me prepare for the experience of a lifetime with genuine care, guidance, and support. That support continued throughout my time abroad. CIS Abroad made me feel safe by providing comprehensive resources for students, including access to therapy, medical care, and additional support whenever we were sick or needed assistance. Barcelona quickly became my second home, and studying abroad was truly one of the best experiences of my life. I grew personally and professionally, and created memories that I will carry with me forever.

My experience with CEA CAPA in Sorrento was unforgettable! From living in such a beautiful place to traveling throughout Europe and making lifelong friendships, every part of the experience was amazing. The program gave me the support I needed while also encouraging me to step outside of my comfort zone and become more independent. Living in Sorrento allowed me to experience Italian culture in a way that I never could have as a tourist. I loved getting to know the town, locals and trying new foods, creating a routine that made Sorrento feel like home. Some of my favorite memories were the simple moments like getting food with friends, walking around the town, or spending time in the marina looking for sea glass. Looking back, I’m so thankful I chose CEA CAPA for my study abroad experience. I learned so much about myself while getting to experience a new culture and see parts of the world I always dreamed about. I’m so grateful I chose CEA CAPA.

I loved traveling with the program because they planned trips for us and made all the reservations so we could travel without having to worry about getting hotels and such. My favorite event that the program put on was the Valentines Day dinner we had at one of the restaurants in town. The staff had a show of singing and dancing prepared for us. While we were waiting for our next course of the meal everyone started singing and dancing with the staff. The food was absolutely amazing; my favorite dish was the appetizer of cuoppo fritto, which was fried potato balls.

CIS did an amazing job of interacting with students, making us feel comfortable, coming up with fun activities, and being inclusive of everyone. I LOVED talking to the CIS staff on-site. I loved this program because of the cool people I met and the places I was able to travel to. I encourage everyone to study abroad with CIS. So many students I met were from various American schools on the other side of the country, so it was extremely interesting to get to know them. My classes were at FUA, and I found them to be extremely informative.

As someone who had never left the country before, studying abroad in Barcelona through the CIS Program made me safe and prepared for exploring a brand new city and culture. There was plenty of opportunities to explore local neighborhoods, traditions, and historical sights that gave me a deeper appreciation for the country I was living in. It was obvious that our program coordinators had a passion for helping students adapt to their new environment, and gave us the proper guidance for embracing and following day to day customs and routines of locals. I left my Barcelona with a new appreciation and passion for travel and curiosity for the world around me.

Studying abroad through CIS Abroad in Sorrento, Italy was truly life changing. Knowing nobody going into the program was intimidating at first, but CIS staff really made me feel like I was at home. CIS Abroad also provided us with all necessary services like airport pickup, airport drop off, and even someone to talk to when needed. The staff also did an amazing job at getting us involved with the community from cooking classes to guided hikes. There is nothing I would change. I would pick this program again and again!

Not many people know that CIS Abroad pays for different excursions during your time abroad. While studying in Barcelona, these were some of my favorite memories. During our first week, we had a wine tour followed by a day trip to a nearby beach town. During the wine tour, we learned all about a local vineyard. We then were able to wine taste 3 of the different wines that the vineyard sold, and eat some local meat and crackers with it. After that, we were able to buy any of the wines that we liked! Following the wine tour, we took a bus to the city of Sitges. We were given a couple hours to explore and roam around the city. It was an amazing experience that was all paid for and coordinated by CIS Abroad.

Studying abroad in London this semester fulfilled a long-held dream, significantly impacting me, and giving me the unique opportunity to deepen my studies and broaden my horizons. Living here has pushed me to grow professionally and personally. As a clothing design major, immersing myself in one of the world's leading fashion and theater hubs has provided a rich, multifaceted landscape to learn within and having a fashion design internship helped me to contextualize my studies in a professional context. Using a program provider enabled me to participate in a variety of excursions that added depth to my time in the city and gave me the ability to explore both the city and nearby locations I have always wanted to go to. I am immensely grateful to have had the chance to experience this vibrant and dynamic city.

I had a great experience with CIS Abroad. They made the entire process easy and seamless, so I didn’t have to worry about logistics and could just look forward to going abroad. One of the things I appreciated most was how they offered organized activities to fill our time. It was nice knowing that if I didn’t want to plan anything, there were always options available.

The program also did a great job of helping us get settled when we arrived. They guided us through important necessities like getting transportation cards and learning how to use the local transit systems, which was incredibly helpful. It made adjusting to a new place much less overwhelming, and they were always there as an extra pair of hands whenever I needed help or guidance.

At the same time, the program gave us plenty of free time to explore on our own. I was able to take a day trip to Kamakura and visit places like Jeju and Busan. Having that balance between structured activities and independent travel made the experience even more meaningful.

Overall, I really enjoyed how the program kept us engaged while still allowing us the freedom to explore and learn in our own way. It was a perfect mix of guidance and independence, and I would definitely recommend it to others.