Welcome to CEPA – Customized Educational Programs Abroad
Your partner in Europe
for undergraduate and graduate level study abroad programs since 1997.
Let’s start the journey together
CUSTOM FACULTY-LED PROGRAMS
IN OVER 40 EUROPEAN COUNTRIES
European Study Center in France
FALL AND SPRING SEMESTER (DIRECT ENROLL)
SUMMER INTERCULTURAL LEADERSHIP
Non-profit CEPA Foundation
SERVICE LEARNING PROGRAMS
IN COSTA RICA, GUATEMALA, AND PERU
SCHOLARSHIPS
Nature Positive Study Abroad
Reducing our carbon footprint and
the environmental impact of our study abroad programs
CEPA is carbon neutral certified
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Partners throughout the journey…

We share the same goals

Internationalize your classroom and increase your students’ understanding through hand-crafted experiences related to your coursework.

Together as partners, we create custom short or long-term programs for your undergraduate or graduate level students that are based on your learning objectives. Whether you are starting a new endeavor or have been running a program for years, we can take care of all your study abroad needs.

Our mission is to enable faculty leaders to focus on their teaching and field of expertise, while we focus on what we do best – tailoring the logistics and excursions to complement the coursework. By working together, we can develop everything that is needed for an outstanding, culturally immersive, and safe program.

Academics

You are the expert in your academic field and we have the resources and know-how to develop a program that enhances your curriculum.

Cultural and professional excursions

Guided visits, lectures, and meetings are carefully selected to match the focus of your course and meet your program goals.

Housing, meals, and logistics

A successful faculty-led experience is based on an organized planning process, expertise, and a well-thought out itinerary. We bring great attention to every detail.

Carthage College - Comparative Health Systems: Priorities and Perspectives in Oslo, Norway and Stockholm, Sweden

Oklahoma State University winter break in Germany

Trust in what colleagues and students say

References & Testimonials

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Georgia College and State University

“I’ve had the pleasure of working closely with CEPA for nearly a decade. As a partner, they are innovative and forward-thinking, and they have helped us to see new possibilities and to grow. I especially appreciate the many times they have gone above and beyond to accommodate our unique needs—whether by customizing programs on short notice, finding creative solutions to logistical challenges, or ensuring that every student feels supported and inspired throughout their experience.

While CEPA boasts the resources and connections of the largest players in the industry, they maintain the individual client focus and personal relationships of a small, mission-driven organization—attentive to every detail and committed to creating meaningful, customized experiences for each institution they serve. ”

Harold Mock, Ph.D. Interim Assistant Vice President for International Education and Director of Leadership Programs

Virginia Commonwealth University

“With the CEPA Foundation as a partner, we have been able to increase global learning opportunities for Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) students. I am impressed by CEPA Foundation’s focus on expanding access to global learning. They are amazingly supportive, innovative, flexible and allow for customization, understand student and faculty needs, and provide countless opportunities for programming.”

Jill E. Blondin, Ph.D., Vice Provost for Global Initiatives

Clemson University

“The support of CEPA is quite impressive from the early development stages, through recruitment, and implementation once we were in Europe. The coordinators in all of our locations are kind and very patient with all of the questions asked by my USA students. The coordinators enthusiasm to discuss culture, practical skills and integration was extremely helpful for my group to truly integrate during our program. The balance of visits between science, government, history, and culture were a perfect combination. My students always learn more than they ever imagined.

CEPA support is truly available 24/7 during the program. We had a few unexpected medical needs, and CEPA staff traveled to the clinics, translated with the medical team, and provided guidance to fill prescriptions at the pharmacy. During these medical visits, the rest of my group was fully covered with other CEPA team members. Regardless of the situation, CEPA was there to make sure the program continued as planned.

It’s difficult for me to put into words the impact of CEPA on my students, and as I reflect on my response it brings tears to my eyes. At the beginning of my program every year, I tell students they will return to the USA a different person. Their minds will expand, their hearts will be filled, they gain compassion for others, and they acknowledge different approaches to life. In these few short weeks abroad, my students laugh until their sides ache, they gain friendships that last a lifetime, and they gain confidence in themselves to travel the world with awe and wonder. Thank you CEPA for continuing your legacy of creating educational programs abroad.”

Heather W. Dunn, Assistant Professor, Department of Bioengineering

Kennesaw State University

“I’ve never found a company as willing to be as flexible and responsive to faculty wishes when designing a custom study abroad program as CEPA has; it is the strongest reason I keep coming back to you for these programs.”

Glen Meades, Ph.D., Senior Lecturer, President-Elect KSU Faculty Senate, Faculty Advisor for KSU Chapter of AMSA, Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry

Dartmouth College - Tuck School of Business

“We thought that, overall, the work CEPA did this year was excellent. The hotel was amazing- everyone thought it was spacious, located close to so many things. It was great working with you- thank you for all your hard work on this course.”

Annika K. Turner, Associate Director, Bakala TuckGO Program

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

“The trip was great! Thank you so much for all of your work in orchestrating everything. The payments were all done smoothly, and the itineraries were extremely helpful both for me and the students. Similarly, the group dinner was exceptional!

Gioele was also outstanding! We were already discussing possibilities for future classes. Thank you for his appointment to the class.”

Michael Aschenbrenner, Senior Teaching Faculty, Director of Undergraduate Studies, Department of Art History

UC San Diego Scripps Institute of Oceanography

“I have been working with CEPA since 2018, and the experience has been uniformly excellent! I have led study-abroad programs for my university (UC San Diego) in Geneva and Bern in Switzerland, and Reykjavik, Iceland; the team at CEPA has been a valued and trusted partner. Our collaboration has been professional, courteous, and expertly-managed.

They are thoughtful, supportive, and highly attentive to program and instructor needs. They are willing to go the extra distance to ensure that my program and my students are well taken care of throughout our adventures. Moreover, they are generous with their time and understanding of the challenges that we face as educators leading an international program. I am thrilled with our relationship and I look forward to many years working with CEPA!”

Geoff Cook, Teaching Professor

The University of Tennessee

“I’ve been fortunate to work with CEPA since 2015. In that time, every person I’ve interacted with at CEPA—from the program directors, in-country travel coordinators, and senior leadership—has been the utmost professional and focused on making my students and my experience positive and enjoyable. Over the years, my program and itinerary have changed based on student feedback, with input from me as the faculty lead, and with the guidance and support from the team at CEPA. They have followed up on my requests and have often proposed alternative visits and tours that I didn’t know existed. They really are partners in this process, and I find their input invaluable in delivering unique experiences for my students. The word “customized” is in their name, and in my experience, they live up to the billing as my program is not only customized each year but also cultivated and curated. What more could you ask for from a travel provider?”

Dr. Klaus M. Blache Director – Reliability & Maintainability Center Professor – College of Engineering

University of South Florida

“Working with CEPA was a great experience, and Julia was really wonderful, understanding, helpful, and kind. She helped make organizing and leading a study abroad trip for the first time a positive experience that I’m looking forward to doing again.

We learned a lot about what our students are interested in, what aspects of the trip most helped them grow as people and professionals, and what they wanted/needed more of to help improve the experience for them. Based on what we learned, we will make some changes for next time.”

Joanna Burchfield, Ph.D.

University of Illinois

“CEPA is a provider we have worked with successfully and will continue to partner with on future programs for many great reasons. They value international education just as much as we do. They offer comprehensive quality support, keep programs affordable, prioritize health and safety, and have excellent follow up and follow through. Their staff is excellent, and they take great care in learning more about what went well and what could be improved after the program. We love CEPA!”

Stacy Billman, Study Abroad Office

Lanier Technical College

Pennie Eddy - Lanier Tech „It was a wonderful experience for all of us. Several of the students have stopped by my office or texted me since our return. They are just bubbling over with enthusiasm and excitement. It has truly been life changing for all of us. I look forward to more of these adventures with the staff at CEPA.”

Pennie Eddy, CPA, Study Program in Germany

University of Illinois

Stephen Notaro - University of Illinois “Honestly, when I started this course I had a bad experience with another provider and was resistant to using one. I was told CEPA was good last year and thought I’d give you a try. I have been EXTREMELY SATISFIED with the high quality work you do, the processes, your preparation, and how we keep it affordable for students. I am thankful for your work and doubt this trip would happen with anyone else.”

Stephen Notaro, The Italian Health System

University of Iowa

“This was truly a once in a lifetime opportunity. I have seen so much these past few days. I would most definitely participate in a CEPA program in the near future. This trip will be one that I will never forget! I also enjoyed Ms. Kapi, she was so amazing.”

Khadidra Washington (student), Ancient Greece and the Beginning of Humanistic Counseling

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