Location
  • Australia
    • Sydney
Term
Fall, Spring, Summer
Subject Areas
Business Economics Entrepreneurship Environmental Studies Finance Global Studies International Business Marketing Sociology Sports Sustainable Development +1
Need-based funding, Merit-based funding, General grants/scholarships, Payment plans, Work study, LGBTQIA+ funding, BIPOC funding
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Program Details

Program Type
Provider
Degree Level
Associates Bachelors
Housing
Apartment Dormitory Host Family

Pricing

Price Details
Included: Personalized Pre-departure Advising; Tuition & Registration; Travel Medical Insurance; On-site Orientation; Housing; Volunteer Opportunities; On-site Staff Support; Excursions and Cultural Engagement; Host Institution Services & Amenities and more. Scholarships available.
What's Not Included
Accommodation Activities Classes Transportation Wifi
May 21, 2024
Feb 14, 2025
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About Program

CEA CAPA’s programs in Sydney will give students a chance to study or intern in one of Australia’s largest cities. Sydney provides a perfect blend of laid-back and high energy, giving every student the opportunity to make the city their own. When you study or intern abroad in Sydney, you can enjoy some of Australia’s most iconic destinations like a local.
With arts, culture, an incredible food scene, and dazzling natural beauty, no two days will be alike for a study abroad student in Sydney. Consistently ranked one of the world’s most livable cities, study abroad students in Sydney get to experience a world class education that’s a short metro ride from your residence and study center.
Giving you the best possible study abroad experience is our top priority.

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Diversity & Inclusion 💙

CEA CAPA provides, in conjunction with Diversity Abroad, Destination Guides which provide resources and tips for Black/African-American students, Latinx students, Asian American students, and all other students of color.
Through our personalized advising, CEA CAPA takes steps to understand the needs of a diversity of student identities like the LGBTQIA+ community. In addition to diversity and identity training, CEA CAPA leadership engage in continuous department level project work to identify and revise policies and practices using the appropriate Justice, Equity, Diversity or Inclusion lens as a frame to reduce bias and barriers that impact students, faculty, and staff. CEA CAPA is intentional in elevating diverse student voices and providing a platform for a broad array of identities to share their experiences abroad. The CEA CAPA World Blog promotes stories and personal experiences from the perspectives of diverse student bloggers and vloggers.
CEA CAPA is willing and able to assist students with learning disabilities and physical disabilities. Students are requested to disclose disabilities through the application health forms as part of their application and in discussion with their application advisor or program manager. The earlier CEA CAPA is made aware of learning or physical disabilities the better we can work with the student, institution, and overseas team to tailor an Individualized Education Program if necessary to support the student.

Impact 🌎

CEA CAPA makes a conscious effort to create study abroad experiences that leave a positive impact on host communities. Each location implements a variety of strategies to support the local community and promote sustainability. Examples include:

Use of recycling bins in Study Center locations and in CEA CAPA housing

Signage in CEA CAPA housing urging students to limit water and electricity usage

Students are often given reusable bags and water bottles upon arrival to limit single plastic use

Students are provided with instructions for acquiring transportation passes to promote use of public transportation rather than taxis

Program Highlights

  • Hands-on learning experiences that transform the world abroad into a classroom.
  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising, including visa and immigration support.
  • Comprehensive on-site support, including 24/7 emergency phone.

Program Reviews

4.87 Rating
based on 89 reviews
  • 5 rating 89.89%
  • 4 rating 8.99%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 1.12%
  • Academics 4.05
  • Support 4.85
  • Fun 4.85
  • Housing 4.7
  • Safety 4.85
Showing 1 - 8 of 89 reviews
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Sofi
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Adventure of a Lifetime!!!

I had an incredible experience studying and interning abroad with CEA CAPA Education Abroad in Sydney, Australia! Sydney is a beautiful city with so much to explore and offers a wide variety of things to enjoy, easily accessible via public transportation. I am so grateful for the staff at CEA CAPA in Sydney and their help adjusting and acclimating to Australia. My internship also helped me grow in my understanding of nonprofit operations, adaptability, and professional skills. I am so grateful I chose Sydney and to study abroad with CEA CAPA!

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
Snorkeling the Great Barrier Reef was one of my favorite adventures I did!
Pros
  • public transportation
  • incredibly supportive team at CEA CAPA
  • incredible adventures & lots to explore
Cons
  • harder to travel outside of NSW
18 people found this review helpful.
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Shreya
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

UTS student

I’m an undergrad student from California. Sydney is a really good place to go abroad because it’s easily accessible via public transportation, has really cool attractions/ beautifully blends city life with nature life, and has some great universities. It was my first time living by myself and I was given a lot of space to grow and improve. Groceries are accessible, many people in Sydney wake up early (amazing sunrises and things to do), and the people are funny and authentic.

A wonderful experience.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Just come in with no expectations. I started by having a list of places to go to, and I do agree that it helped when deciding plans. But, I’ve also come to believe the best way to make impactful memories is to just do things impulsively. Go randomly walk 11km. Go to a new beach every week. Go hang out in Darling Harbor and walk around with nothing to do but peruse. And somehow, you’ll find yourself with new friends in the craziest of places with the best stories.
Good luck!
Pros
  • easily accessible
  • friendly people
  • amazing lifestyle
Cons
  • expensive housing
16 people found this review helpful.
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Irene
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great Experience

Studying at University of Sydney was a challenging but incredible experience. It challenged me academically and had different academic structure as I am used to, but being in Australia was totally worth. it. Sydney is a perfect fit for those who love adventure and a laid back environment. Every weekend you can do completely different things and activities, there is always something new to do. Also, it has a great work/life balance. Everyone is up early to workout and surf to later go to work, so it is a very healthy.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would probably prefer living near the beach.
13 people found this review helpful.
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Priscila
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Student life in Sydney

I was abroad in Sydney for 5 months starting July, leaving the warm summer back home for the winter in Australia. The first week was all about exploring the city and its views which I absolutely fell in love with (light rail and trains will be your best friends). That really made it easy to get located within the city and find stores for our weekly grocery run within walking distance, Coles and Kmart will be the most affordable stores. The student accommodation was through Scape, it was really nice as they had many fun events on different locations around the city however it had many issues regarding the fire alarm going off several times a week. I truly believe I would not have loved my time abroad if it wasn't for the friends I made in and out of school, I do definitely recommend to join a school club that interests you. Take your time enjoying the small things of the city and what it has to offer.

What was your funniest moment?
I think my funniest moment was driving on the left side of the road considering that I have been used to driving on the right side. It was really strange and could not get used to it, I should also mention that Sydney is flooded with cars so it is really hard to find parking and the people drive really fast. So whenever someone would cut me off, I would turn on my high beams for just a second instead of honking like the people in Australia tend to do. However to my disgrace, the car that I was driving not only had the driver on the right but it also had the car lights on the right, so when I turned my high beams on I actually turned on the windshield fluid and wipers. Although I learned from it that time, it happened more times than I can count.
Pros
  • Transportation is really efficient and mostly on time
  • Walkable, very diverse city, has clean public restrooms
  • Beautiful flora and fauna, feeding wallabies
Cons
  • A little more expensive than planned
  • Distances are greater, the beach is 2 hours away from the city
  • Somewhat unsafe at night
13 people found this review helpful.
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Olivia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Wellness in Austrailia

Studying abroad in Sydney with CEA CAPA was truly life-changing! The program provided incredible academic support, engaging health and wellness courses, and amazing excursions that made learning come to life. From exploring Bondi Beach and the Great Barrier Reef to experiencing Sydney’s vibrant culture, every moment was unforgettable.

CEA CAPA made the transition seamless with well-organized housing, scholarships, and helpful staff who were always there to support students. Their excursions, like the Blue Mountains trip and Sydney Harbor fireworks, created memories I’ll cherish forever. If you're considering studying abroad, CEA CAPA Sydney is the perfect choice for academic enrichment, adventure, and cultural immersion. Highly recommend!

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
I snorkled in the Great Barrier Reef!
Pros
  • Meeting new people
  • Being independent
  • Trying new food
14 people found this review helpful.
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Allie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Sydney, Australia Review

My time studying in Sydney, Australia was a once in a lifetime experience, and I owe that to the initiatives and dedication of the CEA CAPA program. I went into this experience knowing one other person from my university, but this program gave me the opportunity to get to know people from all over the world, while creating a safe and comforting place for all students. All students were located the same housing, so this gave everyone the opportunity to get to know one another. This created a tight bond with everyone in the program, and allowed us to expand our experience.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
My advice for future traveler is to fully immerse yourself in the experience and the culture of the place you are in. This is a once in a lifetime experience to fully live like a local, so it is important to get out of your comfort zone and take advantage of all of the opportunities in the place you are traveling to. Every destination is different, so it is important to try new things while you can.
Pros
  • Meeting locals
  • experiences new opportunities specific to the region you are in
  • learning about a new culture
Cons
  • financial barriers
  • homesickness
18 people found this review helpful.
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Courtney
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

CEA CAPA Sydney Program Review

I really enjoyed my experience with the CEA CAPA program in Sydney! Sydney is an amazing city with much to offer- whether you love the beach, spending time outside or exploring fun cafes and restaurants, Sydney has something for everyone. The student housing was conveniently located near the USYD and UTS campuses and the surrounding area was filled with yummy cafes and nice areas to walk around. I found the program housing to be a great place to meet new people and is where I met most of my closest friends. Additionally, our CEA CAPA advisor was a great resource for support and was always available to help address any issues.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Say yes to any adventure or opportunity that arises! Whether it's going on a road trip with new friends or exploring new hikes or beaches, some of my best memories came from those spontaneous moments.
19 people found this review helpful.
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Elizabeth
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Sydney was amazing!

Studying abroad in Sydney was an experience that genuinely changed my life. I had the opportunity to explore a completely unfamiliar place, step outside of my comfort zone, and meet new people! I learned so much about myself and found a love of travel and adventure. While I was initially nervous to go across the world from everything I knew, the CEA CAPA staff was super supportive and made going abroad feel easy. Also, the CEA CAPA staff provided so many amazing suggestions of things to do and see, and we even had unlimited access to public transportation and passes to multiple major destinations in Sydney.

30 people found this review helpful.

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