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CIEE Open Campus Block in Berlin, Germany (Outgoing Program)
  • Locations: Berlin, Germany
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
  • Program Costs: Fall, Spring
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2027 11/01/2026 11/01/2026 01/06/2027 05/10/2027
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Class Eligibility: 02 - Sophomore, 03 - Junior Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA Requirement: 2.5
Cadets Only: No Housing Options: Apartment (shared), Dormitory, Homestay
Click here for a definition of this term Area of Study: Architecture, Child Development, Communications, Computer Science, Creative Writing, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Film & Media Study, Finance, Gender Studies, German, History, Independent Study, International Affairs, International Business, Internships, Journalism, Management, Marketing, Media Studies, Music, Photography, Political Science, Public Health, Service Learning Language of Instruction: English, German
Program Description:

CIEE College Study Abroad

Open Campus Block

Berlin, Germany

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Program Overview

Your Open Campus Block in Berlin places you in a city shaped by history, innovation, and a constantly evolving cultural scene, while giving you the freedom to build an experience that fits your academic interests and ambitions. You’ll enroll in CIEE courses and online courses taught through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Engage in co-curricular and extracurricular experiences like exploring the Berlin Wall and East Side Gallery, visiting world-renowned museums on Museum Island, and spending time in neighborhoods known for their art, music, and café culture. Berlin offers an environment where creativity, history, and modern urban life intersect at every turn.

Unique Experiences

Explore architectural marvels and arts scenes

when you discover iconic architectural masterpieces and a world-class arts scene

Engage with European healthcare challenges

through courses and fieldwork, offering valuable insights into the complex world of global health policy

Walk the Berlin Wall's East Side Gallery

showcasing the works of international artists on remnants of the Berlin Wall

Learn More About Berlin

Your Destination

Berlin is Germany's innovative, eco-friendly capital, offering an inspiring environment for students of all disciplines. Spend 6-, 12-, or 18-weeks exploring Berlin's cutting-edge sustainability initiatives, thriving startup scene, and historic landmarks like Brandenburg Gate and the Berlin Wall Memorial. Whether you're studying business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Berlin is the perfect place to study abroad.

berlin gate sunny day
berlin students selfie

Housing

CIEE Berlin offers a variety of housing options to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. Your accommodation preferences will be met in the form of residence halls, homestays, and shared apartments. Additionally, all housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, and restaurants. Most students live in an on-campus residence hall with a mix of CIEE students and resident assistants.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

  • Unmatched Flexibility: Spend one, two, or three consecutive 6-week blocks in the same host city or travel between cities for a comparative cultural experience. 
  • Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major. 
  • Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes. 
  • Community Impact Initiative: Get involved with local organizations through service opportunities that address real community needs while building cross-cultural connections and hands-on experience. 
  • Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit academic project that aligns with your goals, qualifications, resume, and availability of placements.

Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Berlin will open doors for you to explore Germany's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad. 

Samples of excursions and activities: 

  • Walk one of the last remaining stretches of the Berlin Wall still in place at the East Side Gallery – the longest open-air art gallery in the world 
  • Check out famous landmarks such as Checkpoint Charlie, the Jewish Museum Berlin, the Reichstag building, and the historic Mitte district 
  • Get an inside-look at Berlin's thriving start-up scene at a networking event or pitch night

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

berlin project outsideberlin market gallery outdoors

Academics

CIEE Berlin: Study in the heart of Berlin's Kreuzberg district, in close proximity to a large public market hall, plenty of restaurants and cafés, and various shops. CIEE Berlin features classrooms, student lounges, a study space, a student life office, an academic advising office, an on-campus café, and a dedicated outdoor space.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

Internships

Berlin's work scene is dynamic, featuring a booming tech industry, thriving startups, and a vibrant creative sector. Its laid-back culture promotes work-life balance, making it a hub for innovation. Interns thrive in flat hierarchies, gaining experience in collaborative teams, and contributing to impactful projects.

Industry options include:

  • Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
  • Business Management and Administration
  • Information Technology

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

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What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Excursions and/or Study Tours
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

Our highly experienced staff have extensive knowledge of all CIEE programs and services. If you are a student with questions about completing your application, or you want to sign up to receive program updates and news, our staff are happy to help.

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UNG Equivalencies


The courses below have been pre-approved by UNG. A full list of courses is available on the program’s website through their online course catalog. Please note courses may be subject to change. If students wish to take a course that has not been pre-approved, please work with your education abroad advisor to request approval via the course equivalency form.  
 
Overseas Course Number Overseas Course Name UNG Course Number UNG Course Name UNG Credits Pre-requisites
POLI 3001 (BRGE) Politics of the European Union POLS 4490 Studies of European Union 3 POLS 1101 & POLS 2401