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
Based on 390 Reviews
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February 12, 2026
Past Review Excellent Teachers, Mediocre Program CET Beijing

"My language skills increased considerably, but I came out of the program exhausted. I felt like I didn't get the chance to travel/explore the Beijing area. In my opinion, 20+ chapters is too much to cram into 2 months. We covered and regurgitated an incredible amount of grammar and vocabulary, but I'm not sure I could use/rememb..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Dolce Vita CET Siena

"Greatly improved my knowledge of Italian, made wonderful friends and got to explore many new places!"

Brandeis University
Past Review Magical Life At "Magical City" Shanghai CET Shanghai

"It was definitely worthwhile. My language proficiency improved and gained internship experience."

Brandeis University
Past Review Amazing. CET Beijing

"My language skills improved and I really do have a broader perspective now."

Brandeis University
Past Review A Worthwhile Experience That Expands Your Global Understanding. CET Beijing

"Generally speaking, I learned how to speak Chinese, Chinese culture, Chinese student life, Chinese cuisine, and the Chinese life style."

Brandeis University
Past Review An Unforgettable Summer CET Siena

"I loved Siena! We were able to in just two months really immerse in the city. Siena is a city that you can definitely feel at home in after just two months due to its size and the help of great Italian classes and outside excursions. I was able to watch the Palio, one of the biggest and oldest events in Italy, travel to a few of..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Great CET Shanghai

"I gained a sense of perspective. It was worthwhile for sure."

Brandeis University
Past Review Academically Stellar, Culturally And Socially Lackluster CET Beijing

"I learned how to get by in a completely new, foreign culture and how to work in an international setting. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Japanese CET Japan

"I 100% feel more confident in my language skills. It was weird at the start of the semester, but I loved coming to be able to properly converse with my friends at the end or ask directions on the street or order food or what have you. "

Brandeis University
Past Review Filmmaking In Prague CET Prague

"Getting to spend time working on making a film and meeting other filmmakers was invaluable, and it was great to be a part of a program and school that supports it."

Brandeis University
Past Review Things That Can Or Cannot Be Desirable For Someone CET Shanghai

"Not only I improved my language skills but also I got to have a glimpse of what Chinese culture looks like. Furthermore, I got to appreciate the culture and atmosphere at my home university."

Brandeis University
Past Review Friendships That Will Last A Lifetime! CET Japan

"The biggest thing I gained was so many friends that I am really close to. I also hugely improved my Japanese skills. This experience has opened my mind to the world (met so many people from all over the world while I was in Japan) and also made me decide to live in Japan in the future."

Brandeis University
Past Review A True Introduction To China CET Beijing

"I really gained deep insights into Chinese society and the local people's mentality. I was able to travel with my roommate and experience different sides of Beijing. We also discussed many challenges facing both the U.S and China today and it was wonderful for me to hear her opinions."

Wellesley College
Past Review Cet Beijing Experience CET Beijing

"Money management was a huge thing."

Brandeis University
Past Review Very Intense, A Lot Of Exposure, Learning And Fun CET Shanghai

"Language skills, yes worthwhile"

Brandeis University
Past Review Formative And Unforgettable! CET Film Production at FAMU

"I learned how to shoot on film, how to more precisely measure exposure and work with light, the importance of film language (color, composition, etc) and how to work extremely closely with a group to develop and produce an idea from start to finish. The absolute best thing I gained were the friends I made and the new connections..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Seina E Paaaaaaalio!!!!!!!! CET Siena

"The world is wonderful and worth exploring. The troubles of being black in American don't have to cripple me if I remember that I can be black in the WORLD."

Brandeis University
Past Review China For The Semester CET Beijing

"Friends abroad and Chinese language skills"

Brandeis University
Past Review Is There Wi Fi? CET Beijing

"The experience was very worthwhile. I learned a lot about Chinese culture, and I learned to survive on my own in a foreign country."

Brandeis University
Past Review Great Language Practice In The Local Environment CET Japan

"Making local friends and experiencing the local life."

Brandeis University
Past Review An Amazing Experience CET Prague

"I learned a lot about different cultures and alternative perspectives on the world and historical events. I learned that your attitude effects your experience in no matter what your doing or where you are."

Brandeis University
Past Review Pretty Interesting CET Shanghai

"I learned about cultures outside of the US and how to live with a local roommate. The cultural exchange was an interesting experience. I think this kind of experience would be more worthwhile to Americans who are completely foreign to eastern Asian culture, as opposed to someone like me who is an ABC and can "blend in" more easi..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Great Program. Prague Is Incredible. Jiri And Katka Rock! CET Prague

"It absolutely worthwhile. I think the majority of what I learned and gained abroad revolved around personal growth rather than the kind of intellectual growth I might have had at Brandeis. Of course, academically it was incredible to learn about Communism and European History in the places these things actually happened. It real..."

Brandeis University
Past Review Intense, And Worth It. CET Beijing

"I mainly gained language skills from an intensive language program."

Brandeis University
Past Review Pragueblogging CET Film Production at FAMU

"I gained filmmaking/production experience which was important to my hopeful future career. I also developed a passion for cooking while fending for myself abroad, and got to see cities that I had only read about or seen in films. A lot of what I gained from this experience abroad was not directly connected with the programme, an..."

Wellesley College