Who We Are

The Council on Standards for International Educational Travel (CSIET) is a not-for-profit organization committed to quality international educational travel and exchange for youth at the high school level.

The purpose of CSIET is to identify reputable international youth exchange programs, to provide leadership and support to the exchange and educational communities so that youth are provided with meaningful and safe international exchange experiences, and to promote the importance and educational value of international youth exchange.

Mission Statement:

The mission of the Council on Standards for International Educational Travel is to identify, promote and support international youth exchange programs.

2009-2012 Strategic Plan

In April, 2009, the CSIET Board of Directors finalized the 2009-2012 CSIET Strategic Plan. Click here to download the document: 2009-2012 CSIET Strategic Plan.