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CIEE Summer Business, Communications, and Culture in Brussels, Belgium (Outgoing Program) Print  Save 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Program Terms: Winter Preferred qualification: Sophomore standing
Language of Instruction: English Housing Options: Apartment, Homestay
Program Description:

Summer Business, Communications + Culture

BRUSSELS, BELGIUM

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Program Overview

As the European Union capital, Brussels draws an impressive number of diplomats and international institutions – and a deepening array of cultures. This summer, grab a front row seat to examine the political and economic issues of the day, in one of the region's most lively and beautiful cities.

Unique Experiences

CHOOSE FROM COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH

in business, communications, and international relations, and a for-credit internship.

LEARN ON THE GO

with day trips to Bruges or Ghent, Namur or Liège, and the Ardennes area.

LIVE IN A REMARKABLY DIVERSE CITY

where English is widely spoken.

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Excursions & Activities

See more of the region with day trips to Bruges, Dinant, or Namur.

Explore favorites like Brussels Museum of Fine Arts and one of Belgium's celebrated chocolate factories.


Projects

Internships. Get credit and on-the-job experience with an unpaid internship through Vesalius College. Internships are competitive and proficiency in a second language is not required. Details are finalized upon acceptance into the program and a consequential interview with the internship provider.

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Three-day orientation – an introduction to Belgian culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Overnight excursions
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

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

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

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

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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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 insurance 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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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2027 03/01/2027 ** Varies TBA TBA

** Indicates the Office of Education Abroad pre-approval deadline. Students will also need to meet the actual program application deadlines, which may be earlier. See the Getting Started page for more details.