FAQs

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Parent FAQs

Who is CET Academic Programs?

Learn more about the history, mission and staff of CET.

How can I learn more about the country in which my son or daughter is studying abroad?

Research the destination together! Of course the internet is a great resource for information, but consider the following: Watch a foreign film together, look up national holidays and find out how they are celebrated, or read a book by a famous author from that country. CET provides your son or daughter with a handbook in their online account. The handbook contains detailed information about the destination country, including helpful links and lists of books and movies. Ask your son or daughter to share the handbook with you.

Still interested in learning more? Consider visiting the program on CET Parent Week! See below for details.

What is CET Parent Week?

In conjunction with AuthentiCity Travel, CET offers 2012 Parent Week programs in Beijing, Siena and Florence. These weeklong programs are designed so that parents can visit the CET sites and experience the same culture as their son or daughter.

Parent Week programs are scheduled right before or right after the midterm break, and do not interfere with program academics. Parents enjoy a full schedule of activities—some with students and some just for them. There is also ample free time scheduled during the evenings to allow families time together.

For more information about Parent Week, call AuthentiCity Travel at 1-800-556-7896. Or, follow these links for information about Parent Week in Siena, Florence (spring semester), Florence (fall semester) or Beijing (for parents of Chinese Studies & Service-Learning students only).

For more information about Parent Week, call AuthentiCity Travel at 1-800-556-7896.

Does CET provide international health insurance?

Yes. Comprehensive international health insurance is included in the tuition fee. More information can be found here.

Are study abroad scholarships available to my son or daughter?

Yes! Modest scholarship awards are available. If you claim your son or daughter on your taxes, s/he may ask you for your most recent tax return to complete the scholarship application.