Welcome to Collegiate Travel Planners

Educational Travel Planners (ETP) is the #1 higher education travel service provider in the United States. We deliver end-to-end travel management services to more than 150 universities and colleges nationwide.

We combine exceptional customer service, innovative technology, and customized program development to create outstanding value at every stage of your journey—ensuring greater savings, improved efficiency, and maximum safety.

Educational Travel Planners (ETP) is part of the ETP Group of global travel businesses. When you work with us, you’ll enjoy the dedicated, university-focused service of our expert team, supported by the scale and resources of ETP Group, a global leader in travel management.

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Higher education specialists

We understand that a higher education travel program is vastly different from a typical corporate program — in its structure, culture, and values. Our ETP team consists of higher education travel specialists who truly understand the unique needs and diverse culture of universities. We use this deep expertise to design travel programs tailored precisely to your institution’s requirements.

The difference between working with a traditional corporate travel agency and partnering with a higher education travel specialist like ETP? We’ve outlined it clearly for you.

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Service that fits your needs (never outsourced)

There’s no “one-size-fits-all” in travel services—especially not in higher education travel. At ETP, our flexible and customized approach to travel management delivers the highest level of service to every university we partner with, driving greater efficiency, best practices, and meaningful value. You’re never just a number to us.

We also understand that your needs don’t end at 5 p.m. You deserve support from someone who knows your university and your travel program inside out. That’s why we never outsource our after-hours service. Our dedicated team is available 24/7—ready to assist whenever it matters most.

We know higher education travel (no learning curve here)

Universities trust us with their travel

Educational Travel Planners (ETP) proudly serves more than 150 universities and institutions across the nation — from large state schools and private universities to research hospitals and liberal arts colleges.

Every day, we support thousands of university travelers, faculty, staff, students, and athletes in getting where they need to go — safely, efficiently, and with care.

Faculty & Staff

Faculty & Staff

Increase travel program adoption and engagement with an ETP-managed program designed to support every level of your university — from faculty and staff to students and administrators — across all funding sources and travel policies.

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Athletics

Athletics

Take the stress out of the unpredictable world of athletic travel management. With ETP, you can reduce risk, simplify logistics, and stay focused on the game — we’ll handle the unexpected so you don’t have to.

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 Study Abroad

Study Abroad

Bring your study abroad programs to life with unforgettable cultural experiences — from authentic local cuisine and credentialed guest lecturers to exclusive VIP museum access. ETP ensures your travelers experience the world safely and meaningfully.

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Health Science Centers

Health Science Centers

Whether it’s hospital faculty, visiting guests, or patients, ETP ensures every traveler moves seamlessly. From medical directors attending conferences to fellows traveling for specialized training — we’ve got every detail covered.

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 Recreational Sports

Recreational Sports

Get your team there and back with ease through ETP’s streamlined online booking, coordinated group hotel reservations, and hassle-free ground transportation arrangements.

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E&I contracted supplier

In 2019, Educational Travel Planners (ETP) was named an E&I Cooperative Services contracted supplier. E&I Cooperative Services is the only sourcing cooperative exclusively focused on serving the education community, with more than 5,500 member institutions nationwide.

The benefit? Our agreement with E&I allows E&I member institutions to bypass the entire federally required contracting process — including research, RFP development, and contract management.

The National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP) has validated the E&I RFP process, ensuring your compliance requirements are fully covered. By eliminating these labor-intensive steps, your staff can redirect valuable time and resources toward more strategic initiatives that advance your institution’s mission — such as process improvement and supply chain optimization.

And the rewards don’t stop there. Many E&I members receive patronage dividends from E&I Cooperative Services based on contract usage — meaning E&I contracts can actually generate revenue for your campus.

ETP was honored with the E&I Best in Member Responsiveness Award in 2023 and recognized as Partner of the Year in 2024.

E&I contracted supplier
 CTP on E&I’s Cooperatively Speaking Podcast

CTP on E&I’s Cooperatively Speaking Podcast

ETP’s Morgan Hoyt and Ben Rader join E&I’s Dennis Hyde to discuss the evolving role of sustainable business travel in higher education. The conversation explores today’s sustainability landscape, tools for tracking and reducing travel emissions, and key factors in selecting effective carbon offset providers. With actionable insights and real-world examples, this episode offers valuable guidance for institutions aiming to align their travel programs with their sustainability goals.

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Contact our expert team to discuss your corporate travel program today.

Contact our expert team to discuss your travel program today.