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CIEE Summer Central European Studies in Prague, Czech Republic (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Prague, Czech Republic
  • Program Terms: Summer, Summer I, Summer II, Summer III
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
Fact Sheet:
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: Czech, English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 2-sophomore
Housing Options: Apartment (shared) Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Architecture, Art History, European Studies, Film, Film & Media Study, History, Political Science, Religion/Theology
Program Type: study abroad Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:

Summer Central European Studies

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

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Program Overview

Soak up magnificent art and architecture from every period while you learn introductory Czech language, as well as the history and culture of this beautiful city. Eye-opening cultural activities and guided tours add color and context to coursework, making your summer trip to Prague one you’ll treasure forever.

Unique Experiences

GET A NEW PERSPECTIVE

on Central European issues with one, two, or three four-week sessions.

LIVE IN PRAGUE

like a Czech student, with a Czech flat buddy to show you around and explain local customs.

HEAD TO CLASS

amidst a fairy-tale castle and hundreds of church spires.

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Excursions & Activities

  • Explore more of the region with two excursions – one day trip and one overnight trip. Destinations change annually, and have included
    • Terezín, former Jewish ghetto and Nazi labor camp.
    • Sychrov, home of a beautiful neo-Gothic castle and famous gothic fortress built in Roman times.
    • Litomerice, where the Ploskovice castle and historical structures date back to the 13th century.
    • Karlovy Vary, a noted spa town.
    • Plzen, home of Europe’s second largest synagogue, the Victims of Evil monument, and the George Patton Museum.
  • Get an insider’s view of Prague with the help of your Flat Buddy, a Charles University student who will teach you cultural norms and introduce you to Czech culture.
  • Make your visit official by traversing the Charles Bridge, constructed to cross the Vltava River in 1357.

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to Czech culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Overnight excursions
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel insurance included

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