CIEE College Study Abroad in Prague, Czech Republic

Name: CIEE College Study Abroad in Prague, Czech Republic
Brand: CIEE
SKU: 268323
Rating: 4.94 (36 reviews)

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Location

Czech Republic
- Prague

Term

Fall, J-Term, Spring, Summer

Subject Areas

Accounting Agriculture Anthropology Architecture Art History Classical Studies Communications Computer Science Creative Writing Cultural Studies Economics Entrepreneurship Environmental Studies European Studies Film Finance Food Science and Nutrition Gender Studies Health Sciences History International Relations Journalism Literature Marketing Media Relations Philosophy Photography Political Science Psychology Public Health Public Policy Religious Studies Social Sciences Sociology Tourism +25

Need-based funding, Merit-based funding, General grants/scholarships

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Program Details

Program Type

Provider

Degree Level

Bachelors

Housing

Apartment Dormitory Host Family

Language

English

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Price Details

You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE! Our high-quality programs include tuition, housing, on-site airport pick-up, field trips and cultural activities, 24/7 on-site professional staff, and automatic iNext insurance. There are no hidden charges or surprises when you arrive, and scholarships opportunities are available!

What's Included

Accommodation Some Activities Classes Travel Insurance

Last Updated: Jun 05, 2024

Last Reviewed: Jul 02, 2024

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About Program

Cobblestone streets, ancient bridges, and a hilltop castle help lend the City of a Hundred Spires its reputation as one of the world’s most beautiful, brimming with architecture from every period and style in its millennial history.

Prague is unique in Europe, having shed its Communist past and brimming with carefully preserved monuments from every period and style in its millennial history. There’s plenty of quirky, too, like the Zizkov Tower adorned with climbing babies, and the distinctly nontraditional Dancing House.

Courses are available in English and Czech.

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Program Highlights

CIEE Prague, located in the historic Vyšehrad neighborhood of Prague, is housed in a former seat of the Catholic Church’s provost and is close to many of the city’s historical sites and cultural activities.
Explore Prague’s impressive range of architectural styles that include Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo, Cubism, and more.
Study courses taught in English at CIEE Prague, as well as partner schools, Charles University and the Academy of Performing Arts (FAMU).
Depending on their program of study and availability, students may be able to participate in an internship or volunteer.

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Academics 4.1
Support 4.95
Fun 4.95
Housing 4.75
Safety 4.95

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My study abroad experience in Prague was my first time traveling to Europe. Studying abroad through CIEE was the perfect choice. They made me feel at home in a new country and kept us engaged with the local culture and events. Even though I was in Prague for just a month, I felt like a local. The housing they provided was in a very residential and safe area, which greatly contributed to my sense of belonging and cultural immersion in Prague. My class was very intriguing, and my professor was very passionate about the subject. The homework load was not too bad either. Each class was 3 hours long, which at some times was hard, but our professor gave us little breaks every hour. Overall, I would definitely recommend studying abroad through CIEE. The academics, the housing, and the excursions that they plan are all very enjoyable.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?

As someone who really enjoys food, I had a blast trying all kinds of restaurants and street stands in Prague. There are many places to find traditional Czech food, but I would also recommend exploring the diverse range of international cuisines available. Prague is a cultural hotspot with numerous groups and cultures coexisting. Some of my favorite foods in Prague came from Indian restaurants and Kebab stands.

Pros

Food
Safety
Public Transportation

Cons

Language barrier

I loved this program and everything they allowed us to do. Starting from the beginning it was a great welcome to a new country and meeting so many fun people. The classes were so detailed and learning-filled, and the extra circulars were great. We got to see tons of different places and got to go pottery painting, go on a wine tour, see holocaust museums, travel some, and more. It is a one-in-a-lifetime opportunity and I am so thankful to CIEE for making it special and something I could never forget.

What was your funniest moment?

When we had to pottery paint and I was horrible at it and got paint all on ,e

Pros

getting to try new things
meeting people in the fun classes
living in a different country with helpful people and getting class credit

Cons

time zone
commute to some places
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I would highly recommend this program to anyone interested in film or filmmaking! You get really good hands-on experience by working on three or more student film sets. The gear, mentors, and classes give you all the technical knowledge you need to succeed on those sets. The apartment-style housing is wonderful, and living with your classmates helps making friends a smooth process. Also, Prague is a great city - it has amazing architecture and parks, and it's relatively cheap compared to the U.S.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?

Shooting a film on 16 mm! Teamwork and lots of hands-on experience with great film gear (lights, cameras, lenses, etc.)

Pros

Well organized
Great mix of classes and experiences

CIEE offers lots of immersive experiences throughout the semester while also running the program in a very organized way. There are program-funded weekend/day trips along with multiple activities students can sign up for every week to learn more about the culture. There are a wide variety of classes as well that are all taught by very qualified and interesting professors. The housing was clean, modern, and spacious. Prague is also a great city to study abroad with it being so cheap, centrally located, full of history, and fun.

CIEE Prague was a great experience! Having previously spent a semester studying abroad in Barcelona, I can definitely say that Prague may attract less people off the bat than sunny Spain but I would not write off central Europe! Especially if you're going in the fall when it's much warmer. CIEE did a great job helping us adjust to our new life abroad with orientation, neighborhood tours, and plenty of activities to meet new people. The included overnight excursions came as such a surprise. I couldn't believe that they took care of everything in such a way where we could still be independent while being taken care of.

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?

I'd never eaten central European food before coming here, not even schnitzel which is among the most common dishes. In my Czech Food and Culture class, we were taken to a restaurant where I got Svíčková which is a meat tenderloin served with whipped cream. I haven't been super motivated to seek it out again but it was tasty.

Pros

Included overnight excursions
Cost of program

Cons

Lack of single room housing

Staying in Prague was an amazing experience that I'd recommend to anyone thinking of studying abroad. CIEE goes above and beyond to ensure that each of their students has a great time and offer very nice extra-curricular activities such as wine tastings, free trips to different cities around the Czech Republic and Europe as well, and an opportunity to teach English to Czech elementary schoolers. The classes are not too hard, so I had a lot of free time to explore Prague and take weekend trips to the surrounding countries in Europe.

Pros

Class workload
Central location in Europe makes travel easy
Meet people from all over the US and world!

Cons

Spotty wifi at the main building
Not all housing is equal

Deciding to study abroad was a great decision and I am so grateful of all my experiences studying with CIEE in Prague. It was incredible easy to adjust to the host country and even easier to make friends. CIEE provides lots of fun activities within Prague and trips outside of your country as well. Some of my favorites include our trip to Budapest, Czech cooking Classes, and the Nutcracker Ballet. Prague is very safe and very easy to navigate, if you decide to join CIEE Prague, you will never run out of things to do. The best part about this whole experience is the relationships you leave with! Very much worth it!

Pros

Easy to Get Around
Safe
Unique

Cons

Attendance Policy
Winter weather
Limited class choices

I am so glad I took the next step and studied abroad in Prague. I have met so many wonderful friends, and it has been so amazing to learn about Czech culture. Also, the Psychoanalysis and Art class was very interesting and a fun class. I would recommend studying abroad to everyone that wants to experience another culture, make lifelong friends, and have new experiences. CIEE was very accommodating, explained everything very well, and were very kind during our stay in Prague. I recommend using their company for your study abroad experience.

Pros

Easy to get around
Cheap
Great night life

Cons

Rude locals
Very touristy

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Why did you choose this program?

I choose this program because Prague is such an underrated city. Prague has all the perks of a large city. Prague has tons of activities to do, great restaurants, museums and theaters to visit, bustling nightlife, and a rich history to discover while still being very inexpensive and safe for travelers.

What did your program provider (or university) assist you with, and what did you have to organize on your own?

My program provider, CIEE, was very helpful in the process of applying and studying in Prague. Before getting to Prague CIEE had an online orientation about cultural norms, what to bring, where to eat, etc. I had several people I could email or call in case I had questions or concerns. While I was in Prague, the CIEE faculty greeted me and the other students at the airport and arranged transportation to our housing. CIEE had an onsite orientation where we got a tour of the neighborhood we were living in, a walking tour of the city, and they even took us to a phone store to get international data plans. Throughout the program, CIEE would have activities and excursions that we could participate in.

My university study abroad advisors helped me find the program and were helpful in making sure the credits could be transferable.I had to fill out the application on my own and complete all the necessary forms. I had to book my own flight and travel arrangements.

What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone going on your program?

I would recommend reading a little bit about Prague and figuring out what places you want to go to. Time goes by so fast so if you have a list of things you want to do, you'll get the most out of your experience.

What does an average day/week look like as a participant of this program?

The average day would include waking up in the morning and taking public transportation to school (the building is older than the United States!). The school sits on top of a hill, giving you a fantastic view of the city. Then you are in class til the afternoon. After class, you'd walk to a lunch spot and then spend the rest of the afternoon going to museums, walking around parks, chilling in a café, or just exploring Prague. CIEE would usually schedule activities and excursions in the evening that was optional for students to go to. My favorite excursions were going to the ballet to watch Romeo and Juliet and peddle-boating on the Vltava.

Going into your experience abroad, what was your biggest fear, and how did you overcome it? How did your views on the issue change?

My biggest fear was that studying abroad was not going to live up to my expectations and that I would be homesick. I can 100% tell you that studying abroad exceeded my expectations and I did not get homesick once. In fact, I was crying on the plane ride home because I was so sad to leave.

I overcame this by going out of my way to get to know everyone in my program and to say "yes" to every opportunity that came my way. No one wants to explore a new city by themself so by getting to know the people in my program and having shared experiences with them allowed me to build strong friendships with them. Through building strong friendships I was able to feel comfortable and never felt homesick. Whenever a friend asked me to go on an adventure with them I would always try to say yes! I was only there for a limited amount of time so by saying yes to every experience I was able to get the most out of my experience.

About CIEE

A nonprofit, non-governmental organization, CIEE is the world leader in international study and exchange programs. For more than 75 years, CIEE has helped thousands of students, professionals, and educators gain the knowledge and skills necessary to live and work in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world by offering the most...