4.4 - 376 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 China, Spain, Brazil, and Jordan.

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
Based on 376 Reviews
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October 8, 2025
01/08/2023 Life Changing CET Taiwan

"A lot about myself and the world, Yes"

Middlebury College
01/06/2023 Abroad Changed Me! CET Taiwan

"I learned a lot of Chinese, met awesome people, and learned more about myself and the world. Very worthwhile. "

Middlebury College
01/05/2023 It Was Great! CET Taiwan

"I learned more about Taiwanese culture and history."

Middlebury College
01/05/2023 Taiwan Rocks CET Taiwan

"Improved conversational fluency, made friends and connectionism Taiwan. It was worth it. "

Middlebury College
12/19/2022 Arabic CET Jordan

"I learned Arabic of course especially the Jordanian dialect which I couldn't have learned at my home university. I also learned to be more independent and navigate living in a foreign country."

Brandeis University
11/17/2022 Home Away From Home! CET Siena

"I gained a lot of independence and confidence from learning to adapt and explore new places by getting out of my comfort zone. I feel like I developed a lot of transferable skills I can apply in diverse spaces, and my fluency in Italian improved beyond my expectations! I also gained life long friends that I still keep in touch w..."

Vanderbilt University
08/21/2022 Save Your Money!! Run And Do Not Do This Program! CET Brazil

"Language acquisition and Brazilian historical knowledge. This program was not worthwhile and if I could do it over again, I would stay on campus. Please note that I have studied abroad internationally before as well as lived abroad in southern Africa for 2 years; my negative experience with this program was not due to difficulty..."

Wellesley College
07/21/2022 Once In A Lifetime CET Prague

"I learned about European culture. It was definitely worthwhile."

Middlebury College
07/11/2022 I Had Such An Amazing Time! CET Film Production at FAMU

"I gained so many practical film skills that my school would otherwise never be able to give me. I learned the ins and outs of a 16 mm film camera and learned what is was like to work on a film set/crew. I fell in love with Prague and made the best friends. I want to go back to live in Prague after I graduate! "

Brandeis University
04/29/2022 Amazing CET Jordan

"It was worth every penny I spent. I improved so much on my Arabic and just grew so much as a person. I highly recommend CET"

Brandeis University
02/16/2022 Busy And Fun CET Film Production at FAMU

"I learned a lot about the filmmaking process and Czech culture. It was worthwhile for me in the sense that I had a chance to explore an area of the world I likely would not have otherwise and picked up a lot of film experiences."

Wellesley College
02/01/2022 The Best Time Of My Life CET Prague

"I learned so much about film and met the most incredible people. I could rave about this programs for days without taking a breath."

Wellesley College
01/13/2022 Amazing Experience! CET Jordan

"My Arabic language skills improved greatly and I learned a lot about local culture and history. "

Brandeis University
01/05/2022 Joyful CET Jordan

"I gained a great deal of language ability and I gained confidence in my ability to travel through many parts of the Arab world. I also gained close connections with local friends and got to have experiences with their guidance that I wouldn't have had without their help."

Brandeis University
Past Review Great! CET Jordan

"I found our academic class very interesting, and enjoyed learning the local dialect of Arabic. Unfortunately because of Covid there was a lot less opportunity to interact with local Jordanians "

Wellesley College
Past Review Whoa, Wait, What? I'm Actually In Japan! CET Japan

"I learned to be curious and braver. I am not as afraid to make mistakes, to explore, to take initiative and do what I want to do. I think in life experience, it was definitely worth it. "

University of Washington
Past Review Growing In Prague CET Prague

"I learned for to budget and live by myself. I learned how to be with myself. I learned how to pace myself with life and for the first time since I started college I really felt like I was enjoying my youth. I also, and most importantly, gained a new perspective as an American. As the daughter of first gens I never really identif..."

Wellesley College
Past Review São Paulo Is A Great City!!! CET Brazil

"I definitely had to learn how to cook for myself and take care of myself in a big city! I also gained a lot of confidence in my foreign language skills."

Brandeis University
Past Review Best Cultural Immersion Facilitated Alternative Learning Experiences CET Prague

"I learned Czech, more independence, the importance of challenging yourself. "

Wellesley College
Past Review An Amazing Few Months In Shanghai CET Shanghai

"I had so many meaningful interactions with so many people. I had so many opportunities and so much time to see so much of Shanghai as well as other cities and areas. My language improved so much and I am so grateful for this experience."

Brandeis University
Past Review My Best Semester! CET Prague

"Prague is so great and I never expected to love European culture so much."

Brandeis University
Past Review One Of The Best And Most Meaningful Experiences Of My Life CET Prague

"I learned a lot about the history of central Europe, a better geographical understanding, and a better understanding of different European cultures in general."

Brandeis University
Past Review Best Four Months Of My Life In My New Favorite City CET Florence

"I learned so much about a different culture and I think it really taught me to be more empathetic and understanding of different backgrounds. It was absolutely worthwhile, it helped me grow more than any other semester in college."

Vanderbilt University
Past Review Language Immersive Experience CET Japan

"I improved my language skills and made friends"

Brandeis University
Past Review Good Internship Opportunity, China Was Great, Program Not For Me CET Shanghai

"I learnt that I love being abroad and that I want to go back to China longer term."

Vanderbilt University