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CIEE January in Prague (Outgoing Program) Featured:

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  • Locations: Prague, Czech Republic
  • Program Terms: Winter
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Winter 2021 10/01/2020 10/15/2020 TBA TBA
Program Description:

January in Prague

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

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Program Overview

Not only is Prague a breathtaking destination of historic buildings, charming nooks, and a picturesque river, it’s home to a rapidly evolving media landscape. CIEE’s January in Prague program takes you from the classroom into the field, opening your eyes to what it’s like to work at media companies and helping you to discover what makes Prague so special.

Unique Experiences

VISIT

sites of historical and cultural importance such as Prague Castle, Old Town, 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

  • Investigate the role of media and communication on politics and society in Central Europe.
  • Study with instructors from Charles University, the oldest university in Central Europe, founded in 1348 by the Czech King Charles IV.  
  • Spend the day at Prague Zoo, listed by Forbes Traveler and TripAdvisor as one of the the world's best zoos.
  • Visit media companies and radio stations, and go on an overnight trip exploring the Czech film industry.
  • Connect with a CIEE “Flat Buddy,” who will organize cultural activities, help you better understand local culture, and assist you with immersion into the Charles University student life.

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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