Location
  • Czech Republic
    • Prague
Term
Academic Year, Fall, Short Term, Spring, Summer
General grants/scholarships, BIPOC funding
Health & Safety

Program Details

Program Type
Provider
Degree Level
High School Diploma Bachelors
Housing
Apartment Dormitory
Language
English

Pricing

What's Included
Accommodation Some Activities Classes Travel Insurance Wifi
What's Included (Extra)

Optional AIFS Abroad package at an additional cost.

Oct 28, 2024
Jan 12, 2024
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About Program

Looking to study abroad, intern, or perhaps do both in the Czech Republic? You've come to the right place. Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of the Czech Republic with AIFS Abroad’s study, intern, and combined study + intern programs! Based in the enchanting city of Prague, you’ll have the opportunity to enroll in a variety of courses at esteemed local universities. Enhance your experience through cultural excursions and activities that immerse you in Czech traditions. For those seeking hands-on experience, our internships provide valuable placements in various fields. AIFS Abroad provides dedicated support throughout your journey, ensuring that you have a rewarding and unforgettable experience in this captivating European destination! Please see below for additional details about AIFS Abroad's programs in the Czech Republic.

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Diversity & Inclusion

At AIFS Abroad, we want to support all participants in their study/internship abroad journey, inclusive of gender, race, religion, age, physical ability, or sexual orientation. Everyone has a complex identity, and faith, spirituality, and religion are important factors when deciding on a program location.
At AIFS Abroad, we want to support all participants in their study/internship abroad journey, inclusive of gender, race, religion, age, physical ability, or sexual orientation. Everyone has a complex identity, and faith, spirituality, and religion are important factors when deciding on a program location.
Everyone’s experience is unique. We recognize the location you choose can have an impact on your sense of belonging. We encourage you to use the information below as you review your options to select the program and location that will be the best choice for you. If you do not hold the identities that are amplified here, this information is still a great resource for you as well. It will give you a better understanding of those who have this identity.

Impact

In response to the overwhelming global climate crisis, AIFS Abroad is pleased to make Sustainability a key priority when considering organizational, operational, and programming decisions. We understand that the only way to effectively combat this crisis and mitigate the effects of climate change is to drastically reduce our environmental impact. Therefore, AIFS Abroad has committed to reaching carbon neutrality by the year 2025. AIFS Abroad is proud to announce we have signed the CANIE Accord, becoming the first US provider to make this commitment.

Program Highlights

  • Cultural & Social Activities: A wide range of AIFS Abroad-organized cultural activities and social events to enrich your experience
  • On-Site Location Coordinator to help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program
  • Personal/Professional Development: Access to the renowned Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment and alumni network
  • Health & Safety 24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance
  • Green Initiative: Carbon offsetting for all participants’ flights to and from their program location

Popular Programs

Student looks up at art in Czech Republic

Spend a semester or academic year in the picturesque capital city of Prague, Czech Republic, with AIFS Abroad! Choose from a variety of course options at Charles University, the largest and most prestigious university in the Czech Republic. Currently hosting more than 20,000 undergraduate and 25,000 graduate students, Charles University boasts notable alumni such as renowned writer Franz Kafka.

Student looks up at art in Czech Republic

Spend a semester or academic year in the charming, cosmopolitan city of Prague, Czech Republic, with AIFS Abroad! Choose from a range of course options at the Prague University of Economics and Business (VŠE), an internationally renowned business school with EQUIS accreditation. Home to almost 20,000 students, the campus is located in the center of Prague within walking distance of many historical sites and enchanting cafés.

Students looks up at art in Czech Republic

As a global center of finance, fashion, technology, marketing, and media, Prague has incredible internship opportunities with almost any sort of career field on demand for an internship. With AIFS Abroad, you’ll have everything you need to have a life-changing adventure and gain valuable professional experience. Early applications are encouraged, because Internships in Prague are in increasingly high demand!

Student looks up at artwork in the Czech Republic

Why limit yourself when you can choose to study and intern in the picturesque city of Prague, Czech Republic with AIFS Abroad? When you choose to study + intern, you will earn credit and gain invaluable work experience.

Program Reviews

4.98 Rating
based on 40 reviews
  • 5 rating 97.5%
  • 4 rating 2.5%
  • 3 rating 0%
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  • Academics 4.15
  • Support 4.9
  • Fun 4.6
  • Housing 4.65
  • Safety 4.95
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Madelyn
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best experience ever

Studying abroad in Prague was honestly the best experience I've ever had. The city is so gorgeous and way too easy to fall in love with. Our program directors were so welcoming and enthusiastic about us being there and did everything they could to ensure we had a good time while also experiencing Czech culture. The other students in the program are now some of my favorite people and will be lifetime friends, which is another reason why I loved being there so much. The atmosphere of Prague is like no other and I would highly recommend doing this program.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Make everything a positive experience and talk to everyone! Everyone is super sweet and is most likely also looking for friends so don't be nervous. Even if something goes wrong take it as a learning experience and move on to make sure you're making your time abroad worthwhile and fun.
Pros
  • the city
  • the food (so many vegetarian options)
  • easy to travel to other places!
46 people found this review helpful.
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Lexie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

AIFS ECES Charles University Prague Spring 2022

This program was awesome! ECES at Charles University has a broad range of academic options and AIFS makes the administrative side of things, especially while preparing for the program, easy. AIFS also has fun side trips and social features that supplement the ECES program. Prague is a city with lots to do/a lively social scene, Prague is inexpensive, Prague has lots of history and the city didn't suffer much damage from World War II, and Prague's central location in Europe makes it fairly convenient to travel to other places in Europe. Ideally the program would start about a week earlier and end about a week later. The professors are generally great but make sure you clarify their academic expectations for assignments. Overall the work load is very manageable except during the universal workload waves during midterms and finals. If the program were to spread the work out a little more and not have quite a narrow work-jammed finals period right on the last couple of days.

Pros
  • Social scene
  • Travel and financial convenience
  • Historical and academic richness
Cons
  • Academic program is overall good but has a couple of minor kinks I mentioned above
  • Program is a week or two too short in my opinion
  • Dorms don't have air conditioning, there aren't any 24 hour markets nearby and the dorm is kind of strict about having guests or alcohol in the building even if you're of legal drinking age
125 people found this review helpful.
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Catherine
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Certainty in Uncertain Times

Studying abroad with AIFS was life changing and exciting. I studies abroad the Spring semester of 2021 and for the first part of the semester I spent my time exploring not just the magical city of Prague, but the surrounding cities as well. AIFS does a great job of planning activities for the students that vary by interests so there is always something for someone to be doing. In addition, AIFS highlights the Czech culture very well during orientation and shows the students that the Czech Republic is more than just Prague. I was able to attend great classes taught by brilliant professors and really explore all of the secret hidden gems of Prague.

After the first half of my study abroad experience, the COVID-19 virus began to spread. As the virus swept through the continent, AIFS remained calm and was able to provide every student with the support they needed to return to their home country safely. During such stressful times, AIFS relieved many of my anxieties. Putting the students safety and health before anything else, AIFS generously worked with students throughout the pandemic to create a safe environment for studying abroad.

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
Saw a castle that had a special place where bears were kept!
135 people found this review helpful.
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Emma
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Couldn't have been any better

Prague is the place to experience many new things and I guarantee you will quickly fall in love. I was abroad in the spring of 2020 when the global pandemic hit, so we did have to come home early. However, even with 2 months less, it was still one of the most amazing experiences of my life. The AIFS Prague staff are there for anything you need from a friendly conversation, to important questions, to leading students of cultural excursions included in the AIFS package. I still know I can talk to them whenever I need to about the program, future travels, or just life. I found the city to be intimidating at first, but then not even a month later it felt like home. I would want to go to the store by myself, or even purposefully get lost on the tram. I wish I could go back right now and explore more because it is limitless what you can do in that city.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
Take time to look around and appreciate where you are, even if you're just riding on the tram to class, or walking with friends home. Also take tons of pictures, there can never be enough!
145 people found this review helpful.
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Jessica
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Greatest couple of months of my life!

I couldn't recommend AIFS highly enough for those looking to study abroad! The staff was extremely helpful from the start of my application all the way up to my return home. They were there to assist with any questions I had about my visa forms, scholarship applications, choosing classes, etc. They also offered a flight package for a very affordable cost, and I had the opportunity to meet a bunch of people in my program during our 2-day layover in London! One of the reasons why I chose AIFS is because of how much is included in the program costs (classes, housing, food, public transportation, a group excursion to Moravia, etc.), which made budgeting abroad a lot more easier. AIFS partners with Charles University in Prague to offer classes which were easily transferable to my home institution. I made the choice to live in a suite-style dorm hall just a short tram ride away from classes, but students also have the option to look for their own apartment if they wish to. While in-country, the staff also offered cultural excursions and events which made it so easy to explore the city more and meet more people in my program. Although my experience was cut short due to COVID-19 pandemic, AIFS had everyone's safety at their highest interest and made sure that we all got home safely and efficiently. I could not recommend this program enough!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
My advice would be to do and see as much as you can - there is so much to explore in this beautiful city!
135 people found this review helpful.
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Gabriella
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Go to Prague!!

Prague is stunning. I love everything about the city, it is absolutely the place to be. The AIFS staff on site were amazing. They are so helpful and are so excited to show students their city. The cultural events such as the opera are so fun. The AIFS tour guide Z is one of the kindest people ever and will show you places like Prague Castle and the Jewish Quarter. The included trip to Moravia was my favorite part of the whole experience. We had such good Czech food and saw beautiful underwater caves. Please go to Prague!!

146 people found this review helpful.
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Alejandra
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Experience of a lifetime!

Have you ever dreamed of traveling the world? Of seeing places you'd never thought you'd see, meeting unforgettable people in one of the most beautiful cities in the world? I have, and I experienced it.

I found what I was looking for when I stumbled upon AIFS and their Prague, Czech Republic program. With their all-inclusive programs and optional flight package (which I took), it was easy every step of the way. Their unconditional support before, during, and after the program has been incredible and reassuring. I've met lifelong friends and took some of the best classes I've ever taken. I miss the city I lived in for 4 short months, and every day I remember the beautiful cobblestones and grandiose castles, the swans in the river and Letná Park. Thank you AIFS for the best experience I could have ever asked for.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would visit more of the surrounding cities. The Czech Republic is the heart of Europe, and everything is just a short plane ride away! I don't regret spending my weekends lounging in Old Town Square or riding the metro to Prague Castle, but I should've stepped out of my comfort zone in the city and gone exploring some more!
144 people found this review helpful.
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Brook
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best Decision of My Study Abroad Experience

I know the title of this is super cheesy but its true! Studying with AIFS made my experience so much more enjoyable. Their staff was there for me throughout the application process to pre-departure to my time in Prague to making sure I knew about resources they had as I returned to the states. The onsite staff became my go to people to ask advice about what to do in Prague to just having someone to talk to about the local culture. Prague is a beautiful city with a rich culture and history that not a lot of people know about. Through AIFS we had the opportunity to have weekly walks through the city from one of our onsite staff who has lived in Prague for a good amount of his life. The things he showed us and told us about are things that I will never forget. He really knew where the gems of the city were hidden. That is just one of the many things AIFS provided us. They also organized optional cultural activities, such as going to hockey games, ballets, or cooking activities, and optional weekend excursions where they set up all transportation and lodging in a different city with local tours and events set up with free time to explore on your own. I am so lucky that I stumbled across this program when planning my study abroad trip because my trip would not have been what it was without AIFS.

If you did this all over again, what's one thing you would change?
I would spend more time just wandering the city. The cobblestone streets wind through the city and you would find somewhere new every time you would get out and walk around.
154 people found this review helpful.

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