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CIEE Study Abroad

CIEE Study Abroad

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600 Southborough Dr Ste 104, South Portland, ME 04106, USA
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About CIEE Study Abroad

CIEE Study Abroad offers the Global Architecture + Design program, which invites design, architecture, or sustainability majors and minors to engage in creating model cities that address climate change by reducing the environmental footprint of buildings. The program emphasizes combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on experiences and cross-cultural perspectives, providing a comprehensive education on dynamic and globally interconnected built environments. Courses are taught in English by experts from the local architecture and design communities, complemented by co-curricular activities and excursions to enhance intercultural understanding and classroom learning. The program aims to give students international experience and exposure to diverse architectural styles and cultures.
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Global Architecture + Design Program
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This program allows design, architecture, or sustainability majors/minors to create model cities addressing climate change. Students take courses like Future Cities Seminar, Future Cities Design Studio, and Science, Engineering, and Technology Workshop.

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Varies depending on program duration, location and type. CIEE offers scholarships and grants.
Deadline: Varies by term; Fall 2026 deadline is March 1, 2026.
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CIEE is accredited by the Gap Year Association. Additionally, CIEE's TEFL courses are accredited by ACCET, an external review board recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. As a study abroad program provider, CIEE's architecture programs typically rely on the accreditation of partner institutions or the student's home university for credit transfer, rather than holding specific architecture program accreditation (e.g., NAAB) directly.
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Fall 2026 Berlin Program
May 1, 2026
Spring 2027 Berlin Program
November 1, 2026
Fall 2026 Barcelona Program
April 1, 2026
Spring 2027 Barcelona Program
October 1, 2026
Requirements
0: 2.5 Overall GPA
1: Matriculated student in good academic and disciplinary standing
2: Pursuing a major or minor in architecture, environmental design, industrial design, interior design, landscape architecture, sustainability studies, or urban design
3: Completion of 2-3 semesters of design studio or project-based courses in their major

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CIEE Study Abroad is Access the World

Applicants are typically required to submit: 2.5 Overall GPA, Matriculated student in good academic and disciplinary standing, Pursuing a major or minor in architecture, environmental design, industrial design, interior design, landscape archite....

CIEE Study Abroad provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Global Architecture + Design Program.

CIEE Study Abroad is situated in South Portland, United States, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

Yes, CIEE Study Abroad holds accreditations from: CIEE is accredited by the Gap Year Association. Additionally, CIEE's TEFL courses are accredited by ACCET, an external review board recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. As a study abroad program provider, CIEE's architecture programs typically rely on the accreditation of partner institutions or the student's home university for credit transfer, rather than holding specific architecture program accreditation (e.g., NAAB) directly..

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