Why choose CEA CAPA
Custom Study Abroad Programs

Custom Programs

CEA CAPA Custom Programs

Whether you want to offer a course taught by your own faculty or design a program with custom curriculum taught by global faculty, CEA CAPA provides the expert support, resources, and flexibility you need to create your own custom program in a variety of locations across Europe, Latin America, and Australia.

Why Partner with CEA CAPA

At CEA CAPA, we partner with institutions to design custom and faculty-led programs built around your short- and long-term academic and institutional priorities. We leverage our expertise and extensive network to create meaningful experiences at an accessible cost, offering esteemed local faculty, professional site visits, co-curricular activities, guest lectures, and career-readiness placements.

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What Makes a CEA CAPA Custom Program Stand Out?

CEA CAPA knows how important it is to have a knowledgeable partner in developing and delivering intentional education abroad programming. CEA CAPA’s key benefits include:

Experience

Experience

With decades of experience in education abroad programming, CEA CAPA offers institutional partners and students a broad portfolio of academic programs and destinations. Our extensive history and deep networks in host cities abroad support flexible program design and best-in-class student support, health and safety, and risk management.

Academic Partnership

Academic Partnership

We design custom academic programs that integrate a variety of learning opportunities, from credit-bearing internships and professional site visits to guest lectures and local faculty instruction, all tailored to meet the unique needs of your institution.

Collaboration & Customization

Collaboration & Customization

We take a collaborative approach aligned to the needs of institutions and students. Through curriculum development, student support services, marketing and recruitment initiatives, and faculty engagement, we work to reinforce your strategic goals.

Specialized Support

Specialized Support

CEA CAPA has dedicated staff in the U.S. and abroad to help students thrive and flourish. Our teams develop programming and provide support services related to mental health, study habits, living independently, connecting with local community, and much more.

Access, Opportunity, & Impact

Access, Opportunity & Impact

CEA CAPA is deeply committed to providing equitable access to transformative global experiences. Through customized programs, we partner with institutions to ensure that a wide range of students can participate in education abroad, regardless of discipline, background, or financial means. Our focus on creating opportunities and impactful experiences empowers all students to grow academically, personally, and professionally, leaving a lasting impact on both their lives and communities worldwide.

Custom Program Locations

Our locations across Europe, Latin America, and Australia offer tailored support for custom programs. CEA CAPA is able to host custom programs in the following locations:

Argentina
Buenos Aires

Australia
Sydney

Czech Republic
Prague

Costa Rica
San José

England
London

France
Aix-en-Provence
French Riviera
Grenoble
Paris

Hungary
Budapest

Ireland
Dublin

Italy
Florence
Rome

Netherlands
Amsterdam

Spain
Barcelona
Granada
Madrid
Seville


CEA CAPA Support Services

We collaborate with institutions to provide full end-to-end support. Our partners can rely on our expertise and infrastructure to ensure every detail is thoughtfully taken care of for your program.

CEA CAPA has a team dedicated to program development and design, offering expertise on current trends in education abroad and personalized advising on program structure and pricing feasibility. This team’s support includes:

  • Consultation with dedicated Custom Program Developers to explore program vision and goals 
  • Specialized program inclusions to align with student learning outcomes
  • Flexible pricing options for your budget

CEA CAPA is here to support your institution’s academic goals. Our team will collaborate with you to design and deliver the program's learning components, which may include:

  • Academic centers + facilities with technology equipped classrooms
  • Active learning opportunities such as professional site visits to local businesses and organizations, guest lectures, and academic workshops
  • Experiential career readiness placements, such as credit bearing internship or business consulting placements in a wide variety of disciplines
  • Local faculty instruction
  • Curriculum development (if needed)
  • Grade reports and transcripts

Learn more about CEA CAPA’s Academic Approach

CEA CAPA will collaborate with you to develop a robust calendar of events to connect students and faculty with the culture of the chosen program destination.

  • Cultural workshops and entrances to local sites of interest
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Welcome and farewell dinners
  • Excursions (day trips and overnight)

CEA CAPA will arrange housing and local transportation for your group, which may include:

  • Student housing in shared apartments, residence halls, or homestays
  • Private faculty apartment accommodations
  • Airport transfers and local public transit cards

CEA CAPA's Marketing team provides a consultative approach to assist in promoting and recruiting for each custom program. Customized marketing support can include:

  • Flyers, posters, presentations, digital signage, social media posts, and email campaign templates highlighting your program.
  • Assistance with on-campus informational sessions, presentations, tabling at study abroad fairs, and more.

Your custom program will receive robust support from dedicated staff in the US and abroad, including:

  • Programming Support: Our team collaborates with you to ensure all academic and logistical elements are aligned with your goals ensuring we deliver a high-quality program experience.
  • Enrollment Management: CEA CAPA offers end-to-end enrollment support to help manage student enrollment, including communications, housing coordination, course registration, and collection of essential student information.
  • Student Advising: Students receive personalized advising from experienced staff on topics such as visas, health and safety, cultural integration, and pre-departure preparation, ensuring they feel confident and supported throughout their experience.

Our CEA CAPA custom program locations have dedicated staff to guide students and faculty in-country. Each program has a comprehensive orientation process and offers a high level of hands-on support throughout the duration of the program.

  • Onsite Orientation: CEA CAPA will provide an orientation for all participants upon arrival, including an overview of CEA CAPA support resources; local medical services and emergency response measures; public transport and accessibility; and opportunities to explore and engage with a new home, learning space, and culture.
  • Faculty & Program Support: CEA CAPA staff ensure the program runs smoothly and according to plan. They can assist with any questions or concerns related to program resources, bookings, housing, and other guidance.
  • Student Advising & Support: CEA CAPA staff are trained to offer personalized support to students on a wide range of topics, including health and safety, academic advising, travel and local engagement, housing and roommate issues, and cultural integration. They also provide guidance on navigating emotional, social, and identity-related challenges, ensuring students feel supported in all aspects of their experience abroad.

CEA CAPA prioritizes the safety and well-being of our students, faculty, and staff at each step of the custom program process.

  • In all CEA CAPA locations, we’ve established emergency response procedures and safety protocols aligned with the Forum on Education Abroad’s Standards of Good Practices. In addition, we utilize resources from the U.S. Department of State, NAFSA: Association of International Educators, Overseas Security Advisory Council, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the World Health Organization.
  • CEA CAPA enrolls all students and faculty leaders in a mandatory medical insurance and emergency support plan. This uniform policy ensures that program participants have the insurance coverage they need abroad, while allowing CEA CAPA staff to respond expediently and consistently if emergencies arise.
  • Learn more about Health, Wellness, & Safety Abroad.

I could not have been more pleased with the level of professionalism, attention to detail, helpfulness, and enthusiasm that CEA CAPA provided throughout the process. Not only was the Phoenix staff extremely helpful and timely, but the on the ground staff in Paris went above and beyond our expectations. And while I believe that partnering with CEA CAPA for a study abroad is perfect for a first time program or faculty member, even an old pro like me can benefit from their excellent level of service and commitment. Thank you CEA CAPA and we look forward to being back in Paris!!

Dr. Chris Haynes, Assistant Professor of Political Science at University of New Haven

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Find additional information about CEA CAPA's Custom and Faculty-Led programming and support:

Program Options

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Signature Programs

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