Why I chose to live in a studio apartment: I had a difficult time deciding on housing for my two-month summer French intensive program in Rennes. I had heard so many great things about homestays, but I ended up choosing to live alone in a studio apartment because of the opportunities for more independent living … Read more
When I decided to spend my summer studying abroad in France, I had a lot of questions: Would I be able to speak French with my host family? Would the French classes be difficult? Could I adapt to the cultural differences? All these unanswered questions filled me with worry, but in addition to these worries, … Read more
Written by: Harrison Morales It was my very last night in Japan, and I had just arrived in a peculiar little place known as Rinku Town. I immediately made my way into my hotel room, dropped down my three months worth of luggage, and plopped right onto my bed. I was very, … Read more
Hi everyone! My name is Michi Fukushima, and I’m your Academic Coordinator here at CIEE Kyoto. Thank you for stopping by to read my blog—I’m excited to finally introduce myself here! I was born and raised in Kyoto in a Japanese American household, which gave me a bicultural upbringing from an early age. As … Read more
By: Hosanna Assefa I was in the middle of eating my lunch in the dining hall when I received that daunting email. “CIEE Barcelona Housing Survey Due Tonight!” the subject line read. I immediately grumbled. I was procrastinating on this task because I still did not know what to do. Most of my friends were doing … Read more
By: Marissa Garcia When I first arrived in Barcelona, I didn’t know just how much I would grow—not just professionally through my internship, but personally through the moments in between. I knew I wanted to challenge myself, explore Europe, and soak in the culture. What I didn’t expect were the moments of peace, joy, and … Read more
Spain is becoming a top place for international students to study, especially for those from South Asia. Spain is a great place for Pakistani students to study since it has a gorgeous European backdrop, a rich culture, and affordable living. This blog post has all you need to know about studying in Spain for Pakistani … Read more
The Republic of Slovenia has officially announced the Slovenia digital nomad visa for Pakistanis, which is a breakthrough move. This visa allows Pakistani remote workers, freelancers, and digital professionals to live and operate legally in the heart of Europe for up to one year. This news is a big step towards making it easier for … Read more
Last Updated on June 28, 2025 Studying abroad for Indian students is a very popular trend today. There are multiple reasons behind this trend, which include the availability of specializations that are not there in India, better educational infrastructure and career advancement options. With international education becoming more accessible, Indian students are not thinking twice, … Read more
Last Updated on June 28, 2025 If you’re an Indian student dreaming of cracking cybercrimes or working with top digital investigation agencies, your journey starts with choosing the right destination. The best countries to study digital forensics offer a powerful mix of affordability, quality education, and post-study work options. Countries like Canada, Germany, and Malaysia … Read more