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CIEE Semester in Tallinn, Estonia (Outgoing Program) Print 
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Program Type: internship abroad, study abroad GPA Requirement: 2.5
Housing: Homestay, Shared apartment Fields of Study: Accounting, Advertising, Anthropological Linguistics, Art History, Classical Studies, Communication Studies, Creative Writing, Digital Media, Economics, Education, English, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Science, Finance, Food & Nutrition, General Health Studies, History, International Business Administration, International Studies, Journalism, Legal Studies, Management, Marketing, Multiculture Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Public Relations, Social Policy and Administration, Sports Science, Sustainability, Tourism, World Literature
Language of Instruction: English, Russian
Program Description:

Semester in Tallinn

TALLINN, ESTONIA

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Program Overview

Spend your semester living and learning in the Gem of the Baltic! Designed for students from all academic backgrounds, the Semester in Tallinn program is the perfect chance to earn credits toward your degree while immersing yourself in Estonian culture.  

When class is in session, you'll choose from a unique mix of flexible and diverse courses (in English or Russian) at CIEE Tallinn and one of CIEE's renowned partner institutions, Tallinn University of Technology (TalTech) or The University of Tallinn (TLU). You may also enroll in courses with a local flavor, like language, politics, photography, cuisine, or sustainability initiatives. 

Unique Experiences

VISIT TALLINN’S OLD TOWN

one of the best-preserved medieval cities

EXPLORE TALLINN’S NATURAL BEAUTY

by canoeing or kayaking in thousands of rivers and lakes

TAKE A MOMENT TO RELAX

at one of Estonia’s saunas

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Activities

  • Visit famous landmarks including Toompea Hill, Tallinn Town Wall, and the Kohtuotsa viewing platform  
  • Take day trips to nearby Estonian cities including Tartu, Pärnu, and Narva  
  • Enjoy a ferry ride to Estonia’s largest islands, Saaremaa and Hiiumaa 
  • Try canoeing, kayaking, hiking, and cycling tours

Projects

Internship: For-credit, English-speaking internships at businesses in a variety of industry sectors allow students to gain practical real-world work experience. In addition to on-site business experience, students participating in an internship program have a weekly classroom component, which provides academic support to supplement their practical experience.  

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • One-week orientation – an introduction to Estonian 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
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Excursions and/or Study Tours
  • 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
Fall 2026 03/25/2026 ** Rolling Admission 08/24/2026 12/20/2026

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.