4.4 - 390 Reviews

CET Academic Programs

https://cetacademicprograms.com/

CET Academic Programs is a program provider offering 12 abroad programs. Programs offered include Study Abroad, Internship, Volunteer, Intensive Language, and Research abroad programs in 9 countries such as Jordan, Brazil, Taiwan, and Czech Republic.

CET Academic Programs is a study abroad organization that has been developing and operating innovative educational programs abroad since 1982. Originally “China Educational Tours,” CET began operations in Beijing, and today offers a varied portfolio of semester, summer, and customized programs for students around the world. Known for strong academics, professional program management, and supportive student services, CET strives to integrate participants into their host communities, adopt environmentally conscientious practices, and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across all programs and operations.

For more information, visit our website at https://cetacademicprograms.com/.

Study Abroad with CET Academic Programs

OVERALL RATING 4.4
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February 12, 2026
06/30/2025 Life In Kansai CET Japan

"During my time in Osaka, I got to explore other areas with their own history and local specialities. This experience furthered my understanding of Japanese culture."

Brandeis University
06/26/2025 Great Program CET Prague

"It was worthwile"

Brandeis University
06/17/2025 A Trip Back To The Homeland CET Shanghai

"I learned more about the culture firsthand and got to experience China as it has grown in the past few years. "

Brandeis University
05/15/2025 Shawarma, Sand, And Study Abroad: My Spectacular Experience CET Jordan

"I learned about history, language, and religion. I made dozens of new friends who showed me new recipes, new places, and genuinely looked out for me. I met caring teachers who offered to continue helping me learn after the program ended. The moment I returned to the US I found a way to return to Jordan because I missed it so muc..."

Kalamazoo College
05/03/2025 An Incredible Japanese Learning Experience And Time In Japan CET Japan

"I learned so much! This experience definitely improved my Japanese more than any learning had before, helped me learn so much about Japan, and it also expanded my horizons and helped me understand how different and similar cultures can be across the world. It also taught me that I can be totally fine living alone on the other si..."

Lewis & Clark College
04/24/2025 Very Fun CET Taiwan

"My language skills improved immensely"

Wellesley College
04/23/2025 An Intense, But Amazing Opportunity CET Beijing

"CET Beijing is an intense program, but if you're looking to actually improve your Chinese as much as possible in a short period of time, it's incredibly effective. The language pledge can be tough to keep up at all times, but it really pushes you to use and approach the language in a new way—although it was the part I was the mo..."

Wellesley College
03/31/2025 Il Migliore Grazie Cet! CET Florence

"I learned how to adjust to an entirely new environment, assimilate into an unfamiliar city, and become extremely independent, and I could not have asked for a more worthwhile experience. I also gained language skills, a comprehension of Italian history and values, and an enriched understanding of Italian art, one of my greatest ..."

Davidson College
02/12/2025 Experiencing Taipei CET Taiwan

"Language skills, adulting experience, public transport convenience, good food, new friends. Worthwhile"

Wellesley College
01/30/2025 Great Experience CET Jordan

"Arabic and culture - yes"

Brandeis University
01/24/2025 A Review Of Cet Taiwan CET Taiwan

"I learned about Chinese language and Taiwanese culture, it was extremely worth it."

Brandeis University
01/09/2025 Reflection For The Soul & Spririt CET Colombia

"I learned more about what I would be interested in career wise because I had more free time to think. "

Wellesley College
01/06/2025 An Experience That I Will Never Forget CET Brazil

"I feel like i became more mindful and gain an international perspective about different issues. It was definitely worthwhile, getting a chance to live in a different country and experience the culture for a semester."

Brandeis University
12/21/2024 Incredible Opportunity, Tough Conditions CET Film Production at FAMU

"I learned an incredible amount about film production, specifically in analogue film. I learned how to deal with difficult people in film, on and off set. That was painful but extremely valuable. It was worthwhile because I earned a great entry for my portfolio and tougher skin. I did have the privilege of working with some amazi..."

Wellesley College
11/10/2024 Frolicking In Siena CET Siena

"It was extremely worthwhile. I found this program myself and petitioned for Williams to approve it as an option for going abroad. I am so beyond glad that I did. I was taken out of my comfort zone in the best ways and felt like I truly grew so much. My Italian improved drastically, I made a completely new group of friends, I tra..."

Williams College
09/23/2024 Rich Historical And Food Culture, Lovely People CET Beijing

"At least in major cities, the transition is not difficult, which made adjusting to China easy. The food is delicious wherever you go, and there's a lot of passion to show off the richness and depth of the culture of the land. I enjoyed almost everything we did, and I would love to go back. I just wish I had budgeted my time b..."

Brandeis University
09/22/2024 Local Friends, Phenomenal Language Improvement, A Great Experience CET Shanghai

"I made life-long friends, boosted my language skills, improved my independence, and expanded my global perspective. So worthwhile."

Brandeis University
09/11/2024 Best Semester Ever!!! CET Prague

"So worthwhile, I gained independence and learned about myself and my capabilities"

Brandeis University
09/11/2024 I Ate So Much Food And Spent So Little Money! CET Beijing

"I learned how to take trips independently and how to be comfortable with discomfort. It was definitely worthwhile because now I find it much easier and less nerve wracking to be by myself and to approach new situations."

Brandeis University
08/16/2024 The Best Experience Ever. CET Brazil

"I learned a new language, I feel like Brazilian culture is unlike any other culture in the world and I'm takin that with me from new musical artist to environmental activist."

Wellesley College
08/09/2024 Amazing Architecture And Great Hikes CET Prague

"I learned to navigate and travel on my own. It was worthwhile. "

Wellesley College
06/26/2024 Jewish History Program In Prague CET Prague

"Yes! Lots of knowledge, great history writing skills, friends, understanding of the region, communism, Jewish life pre- and post-war"

Middlebury College
06/01/2024 Studying Abroad In Taipei CET Taiwan

"I improved my chinese skills. I gained a stronger sense of independence. I pushed myself out of my comfort zone and learned how to navigate a new city. I developed more resiliency and courage. "

Brandeis University
06/01/2024 Taiwan Gave Me So Much Confidence CET Taiwan

"Academically: continued solidifying my basics, advanced my reading/speaking/writing/listening skills. Personally: massively improved my confidence, gained several skills for dealing with anxiety Overall: extremely worthwhile"

Wellesley College
05/30/2024 Best Apartment And Films Ever! CET Film Production at FAMU

"Lots of hands on film production knowledge. It was definitely worthwhile as it was not an experience I could have received at my home institution, and I met so many great students from around the US!"

Brandeis University