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The Lifelong Benefits of a High School Semester Abroad

Step outside your comfort zone and into a world of possibilities. A CIEE High School Semester Abroad (HSA) program is your opportunity to do just that and reap incredible benefits that will last a lifetime. Often, an HSA program is the first time many students travel internationally and experience another culture firsthand. Here’s how your semester abroad can transform you:

• Enhance your language skills: Language immersion is powerful. You’ll see dramatic improvement in listening, speaking, reading, and writing while abroad.
• Become a more confident and independent you: This program is your passport to personal growth. You’ll build confidence, independence, maturity, and adaptability as you navigate a new environment.
• Make friendships that last a lifetime: You’ll forge lasting friendships with fellow adventurers from around the world.
• Get a head start on your future: A semester or year abroad sets you apart in a competitive world. You’ll gain valuable real-world experience that will enhance your college applications and future career prospects.
   

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For over 75 years, CIEE has been a leading organization in the international education industry, crafting life-changing experiences for students worldwide. As the longest-running and largest non-profit study abroad organization in the U.S., we’re dedicated to making global learning accessible to all. Learn more about CIEE’s history and achievements. 

Launched in 2015, CIEE Global Navigator High School programs aim at making study abroad an accessible and essential element of the American high school experience. Explore the transformative nature of our programs on students!

International Experiences That Change Lives

At CIEE, we’re driven by a powerful mission: To help people gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. We believe everyone deserves access to global education and international programs.