CEA CAPA Welcomes CIS Abroad, CISaustralia, and Barcelona SAE
Into Its Global Portfolio
[Phoenix, Arizona] — CEA CAPA Education Abroad is announcing that CIS Abroad, CISaustralia, and Barcelona Study Abroad Experience (Barcelona SAE) will be joining the CEA CAPA global portfolio. The collaboration marks a significant step forward in CEA CAPA's ongoing efforts to expand access to transformative global experiences for students, and to offer even more value and support to higher education partners.
For colleges and universities, the integration of the three respected organizations (which all fall under the parent company Global Educators) brings a host of advantages, including access to a larger and more diverse set of study abroad opportunities across Europe, Asia, and Australia, and ultimately the ability to meet the individual needs of more students—particularly students in high-demand majors such as business, engineering, psychology, health sciences, and more. Universities will benefit from more consistent service delivery through standardized models across an expanded global footprint, and continued assurance of high-quality academics, student support, and rigorous health and safety protocols across the world.
“This integration brings together some of the best partnerships, programs, locations, talent, and experience in the field of education abroad. It allows us to reach more students with more variety, quality, and care,” said Beth Stiller, Chief Executive Officer of CEA CAPA. “Our desire is to not only bring our strengths and assets together, but to introduce new classes, Study Centers, and personalized pathways to help students achieve their academic and career goals.”
Specifically, the joining together of CEA CAPA, CIS, and Barcelona SAE will enable:
A broader range of global destinations, including new and expanded programs in Asia, Australia, and Europe
Expanded academic offerings, internships, and career-focused experiences around the globe, as well as a wider network of partner institutions
Enhanced support networks with strengthened health, safety, and student care resources
Streamlined operations and greater efficiencies for colleges and universities
“We share so much in common in our core values and our student-centered approach," said Kris Holloway, President & CEO of CIS Abroad. "Together, I believe we will be a powerful force at this critical time for our beloved international education field."
“In our 13 years of operation, I cannot recall a more exciting time for myself, CISaustralia, and our partner Australian universities and their students. We are thrilled to be part of CEA CAPA and the opportunities it will present for our students, staff, Australian universities, and overseas partners,” said Brad Dorahy, CISaustralia Founder and Executive Director.
“Since founding Barcelona SAE in 2009, I’ve been incredibly proud of what our team has built,” said Rich Kurtzman, Barcelona SAE Founder and CEO. “I’m thrilled to bring our values into the broader CEA CAPA global family and expand our impact, enriching even more student lives around the world.”
As study abroad plays an increasingly important role in students’ overall success and career readiness across the global job market, colleges and universities have sought partners that are able to meet a broader array of student needs. Over the last several years, CEA CAPA has invested and innovated to expand access to education abroad to the widest possible range of students, including many whose chosen field previously precluded them from studying abroad. In September 2024, CEA CAPA announced it was joining together with Atlantis to better serve two important student segments: pre-health/pre-med and pre-law students. Today’s announcement furthers this commitment to expanding access to global experiences and meeting the needs of more students.
For more information on CIS Abroad, visit cisabroad.com. For more information on CISaustralia, visit cisaustralia.com.au. For more information on Barcelona SAE, visit barcelonasae.com.
About CEA CAPA
CEA CAPA Education Abroad is a leading provider of study abroad programs, international internships, and career development opportunities designed to meet the needs of students from a wide range of majors and career interests. CEA CAPA students earn credits toward their degree while learning to embrace different cultures, become better communicators, gain independence, and grow both personally and professionally. We are committed to increasing equitable access to education abroad. Our mission is to empower students to become thoughtful and thriving leaders through living and learning abroad. Through our Study Centers and university partner programs, CEA CAPA offers a broad depth and breadth of curricular options in 53 cities across 18 countries in Europe, Latin America, and Australia. In addition to our standard programming, we offer custom and faculty-led programs at each of our locations. Visit ceacapa.com for more information.
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