Business, Arts + Sciences
Unique Experiences
Explore Prague's neighborhoods
each with its own distinctive character
Live Like a local college student
in Prague's vibrant cultural and social scene as you learn more about the local customs
Gain valuable experienc
visiting Czech start ups
Your Destination
Prague is a dynamic crossroads of history, culture, and innovation. It is an ideal setting for students studying business, arts, and science. From its thriving startup scene and renowned art institutions to its contributions to scientific research, the city offers countless ways to connect theory with real-world experience. Whether you are analyzing economic systems, exploring contemporary art, or diving into scientific inquiry, Prague is the perfect place to study abroad.
Program Highlights
- Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
- Optional Internship Placements: Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
- Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
- Community Impact Initiative: Get involved with local organizations through service opportunities that address real community needs while building cross-cultural connections and hands-on experience.
- Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or community engagement project for increased professional development opportunities.
Excursions & Activites
CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Prague will open doors for you to explore the Czech Republic's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of excursions and activities:
- Sampling local Moravian wines at a sommelier-led wine tasting
- Bike along the paths along the Vltava River and see another side of Prague
- Participate in a wide range of other cultural activities to spark your interest in local art, film, music, sports, or cuisine
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
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Housing & Meals
Housing
CIEE Prague offers diverse housing options to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. All housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, cafés, and eateries.
Standard Housing: Includes double or triple accommodation in a residence hall, or a single or double room in a homestay, located within 45 minutes from Prague’s historic city center and CIEE Prague.
- Homestays: Live with a Czech family, with or without another CIEE student, and immerse yourself in the city’s culture. Single and double bedrooms available.
- Residence Halls: Live in a dormitory-like building with communal kitchens and other common spaces.
Select Housing: Includes a double or triple bedroom in a shared apartment located within 45minutes from Prague’s historic center and CIEE Prague. Each apartment has shared common spaces, including a kitchen and bathroom. Apartments may be in student residence buildings or in residential buildings shared with local inhabitants. Select Plus housing requires an additional fee and has limited availability.
Select Plus Housing: Includes a single bedroom in an apartment or residence hall located within 45 minutes from Prague’s historic city center and CIEE Prague. Select Plus housing requires an additional fee and has limited availability.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
- Homestay: Breakfast and dinner, on the family’s schedule, are included.
- Residence Halls and Apartments: Meals are not included.
Academics
CIEE Prague: Study in the Vyšehrad neighborhood of Prague, situated in a beautiful park-like setting only 25 minutes from the city's famous Old Town Square. CIEE Prague features 10 classrooms, a student lounge, a student life office, a library, a study space, a café, and an outdoor space.
Charles University was founded in 1348 and is the oldest and largest university in the Czech Republic, ranking in the upper 1.5 percent of the world’s universities. The university consists of 17 colleges and enrolls more than 50,000 students. CIEE students can take up to six semester credits in the Eastern and Central European Studies Department (ECES) of the Faculty of Arts or at the Institute of Communication Studies and Journalism of the Faculty of Social Sciences (FSV), both located in Prague’s Old Town.
The Film and TV School of the Academy of Performing Arts (FAMU) is the preeminent film school in Central Europe and the 5th oldest film school in the world. Students with an interest in cinema and performing arts can take up to six semester credits at FAMU, which is located in the historical district by the Vltava River.
The Architectural Institute in Prague (ARCHIP) is the only school of architecture in Central Europe offering bachelor’s and master’s degrees in architecture and urban design taught entirely in English. CIEE students can take up to six semester credits at ARCHIP.
Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.
Course Information
- Students are encouraged to take a Beginning Czech Language course while studying in Prague.
- Host Institution course availability varies by semester, and some courses may have prerequisites. Final course offerings and schedules are provided during orientation.
- Students may take courses at multiple Host Institutions if schedules allow. After course selection, CIEE Prague staff will review each student’s schedule and confirm whether the selected combination is feasible.
Academic Projects
Biological and Physical Sciences
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Communication, Journalism, and Media
History, Philosophy, Religion
Languages and Cultural Studies
Literature, Linguistics, and Writing
Natural Resources, Conservation, and the Environment
Psychology
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
Agriculture
Health Professions and Related Programs
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Academic Projects
Biological and Physical Sciences
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Communication, Journalism, and Media
History, Philosophy, Religion
Languages and Cultural Studies
Literature, Linguistics, and Writing
Natural Resources, Conservation, and the Environment
Psychology
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
Agriculture
Health Professions and Related Programs
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Academic Projects
Biological and Physical Sciences
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Communication, Journalism, and Media
History, Philosophy, Religion
Languages and Cultural Studies
Literature, Linguistics, and Writing
Natural Resources, Conservation, and the Environment
Psychology
Social Sciences
Visual and Performing Arts
Agriculture
Health Professions and Related Programs
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Students are limited to six credits of electives at each Host Institution and depends on CIEE program requirements. Course lists are representative and subject to change.
Charles University Courses
Students can select courses from both the Faculty of Arts (ECES) and the Faculty of Social Sciences (FSV). Participation in each course is limited to a few CIEE students.
Faculty of Arts, East and Central European Studies Department (ECES)
ECES courses focus on Czech, Central European, and Eastern European topics across art and culture, sociology and psychology, literature, history, and economics and politics. Visit the ECES website to explore course descriptions and possible course options.
- Nationalism: Origins, Theories and Consequences in Central Europe
- Politics of Song: From Folklore to Hip-Hop
- Construction of Czech National Identity and its Symbols
- Kafka in Critical Context
- Economic Decline of European Empires
- Alternative Culture
- Jewish History in Central and Eastern Europe
- Kundera’s Fictions
- Edges of Photography: Techniques, Artistry and Czech Photographers
- From Thoreau to Havel: Chapters in Czech and American Struggle for Social Justice
- Humor and Czech Culture
- Psycholinguistics
- Selected Topics in Social Psychology: Soft Skills
- Sociology of Food
- Urban Semiotics: Contemporary Czech Literature, Art and Culture
Faculty of Social Sciences, Institute of Communication Studies and Journalism (FSV)
FSV courses focus on communication, journalism, media, and related social science fields. Visit the FSV Course Book to explore course descriptions and possible course options.
- Audiovisual Interpretation of Reality
- Comics as a Medium
- Communication and Politics
- Czech Media System in European Comparison
- Emotions in Marketing
- History of Computer and Video Games
- Media and the Children
- Media and Sustainability Communication
- Media Sociology
FAMU Courses
FAMU courses focus on cinema and performing arts. Visit the FAMU website for more information about its partnership with CIEE.
- Acting Theories
- Central European Cinemas within the Context of the World Cinema
- Cinema Dance
- Circulating within the Modern Cinematic Image
- Essential Elements of Film Sound 1
- Film Style and Form 1
- Filming the Unfilmable
- History, Development and Characteristics of Genres
- Script Analysis 1
- Short Film Practical Analysis: Directing 1
- The Realm of Montage
- Visual Theory
ARCHIP Courses
ARCHIP courses focus on architecture, urban design, and sustainability. Visit the ARCHIP website to explore course descriptions and possible course options.
- Art 1 (DRAWING)
- Art 3 (MODELS)
- Art 5 (PRODUCT DESIGN)
- History of Architecture and Art 1
- History of Architecture and Art 3
- Fundamentals of Urbanism
- Modern Architecture and Art
- Master Planning
- Landscape Design
- Monument Preservation
CIEE proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.
CIEE and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.
Check the CIEE Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program!
Search ASU Online Courses BROWSE FAQs for more INFO
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Discover Internship Opportunities
Browse the range of internship opportunities available and find the experience that aligns with your academic and career goals with CIEE Study Abroad.
Explore Industry Options
Prague's work scene is focused on growing industries like information technology, shared services, and tourism. Internships are common in startups, small- to medium-sized enterprises, and NGOs where interns engage in meaningful roles with substantial responsibility, fostering professional growth and innovation.
Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Immerse yourself in today's cutting-edge global media by working in film studios, media companies, the theater, and more.
Education and Training
Experience international teaching methodologies and curriculum development in classrooms around the globe.
Marketing, Sales and Service
Explore global market dynamics, cross-cultural consumer engagement, and sales techniques in firms, agencies, and companies.
Browse Internship Opportunities
Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.
Disclaimer: Internship placements are subject to availability and host employer hiring discretion. Application and payment of CIEE fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.
Scholarships & Grants
CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Travel Grants
- Stohl International Undergraduate Research Scholarships
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Scholars Grants
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Spring 2027 15 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $20,650 |
| Program Fall 2027 15 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $20,650 | |
| Program Academic year 2027-2028 35 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | ||
| Program Spring 2028 15 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | ||
| Program Fall 2026 15 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $19,950 |
| Program Academic year 2026-2027 35 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $39,565 |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $500 * |
| Educational Costs | $16,206 ** |
| Housing | $3,750 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $20,650 |
Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $750 |
| Select Plus Housing Fee | $1,500 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $896 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †† |
| Local Transportation | $45 ††† |
| Books & Supplies | $45 |
| Visa Fees | $120 |
| Personal expenses | $1,097 †††† |
| Total Costs | $3,453 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†The listed estimated cost is for students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day and the optional estimated cost for dining out once per week ($450). For students in apartments/residence halls, you should budget approx. $309 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on US East Coast departure
†††cost of taxi to airport on departure; local transportation pass included in program
††††Personal expenses may include but are not limited to the following: taxis, social activities and entertainment, toiletries, cell phone. Does not include personal travel.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $500 * |
| Educational Costs | $16,206 ** |
| Housing | $3,750 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $20,650 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $896 † |
| International Airfare | $1,300 †† |
| Local Transportation | $50 ††† |
| Books & Supplies | $50 |
| Visa Fees | $130 |
| Personal expenses | $1,097 †††† |
| Total Costs | $3,523 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†The listed estimated cost is for students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day and the optional estimated cost for dining out once per week ($450). For students in apartments/residence halls, you should budget approx. $309 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on US East Coast departure
†††cost of taxi to airport on departure; local transportation pass included in program
††††Personal expenses may include but are not limited to the following: taxis, social activities and entertainment, toiletries, cell phone. Does not include personal travel.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $15,706 ** |
| Housing | $3,750 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $19,950 |
Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $750 |
| Select Plus Housing Fee | $1,500 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $446 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †† |
| Local Transportation | $45 ††† |
| Books & Supplies | $45 |
| Visa Fees | $120 |
| Personal expenses | $300 †††† |
| Total Costs | $2,206 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†The listed cost is for students in homestays. For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $307 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on US East Coast departure
†††cost of taxi to airport on departure; local transportation pass included in program
††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $31,571 ** |
| Housing | $7,500 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $39,565 |
Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
| Select Housing Fee | $750 |
| Select Plus Housing Fee | $1,500 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $446 † |
| International Airfare | $1,250 †† |
| Local Transportation | $45 ††† |
| Books & Supplies | $45 |
| Visa Fees | $120 |
| Personal expenses | $300 †††† |
| Total Costs | $2,206 |
*non-refundable fee
**Direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†The listed cost is for students in homestays. For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $307 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††round-trip based on US East Coast departure
†††cost of taxi to airport on departure; local transportation pass included in program
††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
CIEE iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Will Barnard
Center Director
Petra Key
Academic Director
Petra Key oversees the academic programs at CIEE Prague. Her responsibilities include managing the faculty and courses, collaborating with academic partner institutions, and ensuring high-quality academic instruction. She achieves this...
Michaela Neužilová
Senior Program Manager
Michaela has been with CIEE Prague since 2016. She oversees the Prague Program Management Team which provides a wide range of high-quality orientation and onsite support services for all program...
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Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office
Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
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Contact CIEE
We're here to help! Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program.
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Interested in an optional internship?
After being accepted to this program and submitting the required internship documents, work with CIEE staff on your internship goals and select which positions to interview for. CIEE will reach out to companies that would be a good fit for you, your interests, and your qualifications. Finalize your internship placement upon arrival!