Gain an international dimension and a global perspective in your major.
Expand your range of course options and develop a global resume.
Experience the increasing interdependence of the U.S. and other countries.
Explore the role you can play in the global community.
Increase your understanding of other cultures and get a different perspective on your own culture.
Get to know local students, host families, and townspeople and immerse yourself in the life of the host country.
Enjoy new and different activities that are native to the host country.
Sharpen interpersonal and communication skills through interacting with people from backgrounds different than your own.
Achieve competence in a foreign language.
Enhance your sense of independence and self-confidence.
Expand your career choices and clarify your personal goals.
Why Choose CCIS?
Choice of more than 80 study abroad programs in 31 countries around the world for a semester, summer, or full academic year.
Option of living with a host family: Many programs feature this option, which accelerates foreign language acquisition and gives in-depth knowledge of another culture.
Access to student services: CCIS programs offer many extra features, such as orientation, on-site support and academic counseling, social activities, field trips and excursions.
Wide range of courses: Curricular options include intensive foreign language courses as well as courses in the humanities and social sciences, physical sciences, business, studio art and design, and marketing.
Entry in programs at all language levels: Foreign language courses are required in non-English speaking countries as part of the semester program; students can start at any level, from elementary to advanced.
Competitive Costs: Costs vary, depending on the cost of living and currency exchange rates in various countries, but CCIS programs are generally very affordable compared with many other overseas study programs.
