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CIEE January in Prague (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Prague, Czech Republic
  • Program Terms: J-Term, Jan Term
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 2-sophomore
Housing Options: Apartment (shared), Dormitory, Homestay Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Art History, Psychology
Program Type: study abroad Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:

January in Prague

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

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Program Overview

CIEE’s January in Prague program invites students of all majors to advance their academics in social psychology in one of the most beautiful, cultural, and intellectual capitals in Europe. Classes are taught in English at CIEE Prague and complemented with co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.

Unique Experiences

VISIT

sites of historical and cultural importance such as Prague Castle, Old Town Square, the historical halls of Charles University, and the Gothic altarpieces in the Convent of St. Agnes.

MARVEL

at the one of the world's most pristine and varied collections of architecture. The city has structures representing the Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Cubist, Neo-Classical and Modern design styles.

DISCOVER

the picturesque setting of many Hollywood movies, such as Mission Impossible, Alien vs. Predator, Van Helsing, Chronicles of Narnia and Hellboy.

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Excursions & Activities

  • Spend the day at Prague Zoo, listed by Forbes Traveler and TripAdvisor as one of the world's best zoos.
  • Take a day trip to Terezín (Theresienstadt), former Jewish ghetto and Nazi labor camp.
  • Visit Sychrov, a beautiful Neo-Gothic castle.
  • Stop by Karlštejn, the famous gothic fortress built by Holy Roman Emperor Charles IV.

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Meals are not included.
  • 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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