Date: September 12, 2024
Location: Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Summary:

California ETEC, in partnership with Long Beach City College, has officially launched Cambodia ETEC, a dedicated student recruitment and U.S. education promotion office located in Phnom Penh. The launch follows two years of market research and relationship-building, culminating in a formal opening ceremony with the Cambodian Ministry of Education and growing interest from Cambodian families and officials in international academic programs.

Key Highlights:

• Officially Launched: September 12, 2024
• Location: Phnom Penh
• Strategic Endorsement: Supported by Cambodia’s Ministry of Education and Prime Minister H.E. Hun Manet, a U.S. graduate (West Point and NYU)
• Program Offering: Launch of a “Fast Track Program” that includes
  • • U.S. university and college matching
    • Application and visa guidance
    • Pre-departure orientations
    • Placement testing
    • U.S. arrival & landing support

Why It Matters:

Cambodia ETEC provides a strong on-the-ground platform to increase access to U.S. education for Cambodian students while opening new opportunities for American institutions to explore in-country program delivery and collaborative ventures.