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  • Locations: Prague, Czech Republic
  • Program Terms: Academic Yr- Fall/Sp, Fall Semester, Spring Semester
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: AIFS 
  • Restrictions: SIU applicants only
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Fall Semester 2024 05/01/2024 ** Rolling Admission 09/01/2024 12/14/2024
Spring Semester 2025 10/01/2024 ** Rolling Admission 01/26/2025 05/17/2025
Fall Semester 2025 03/01/2025 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Art, Business and Adminstration, Cinema and Photography, Eastern European Studies*, Economics, English, European Studies*, History, International Studies, Internships, Jewish Studies*, Liberal Arts*, Management, Music, Other Languges & Literatures, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Theater Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: Czech, English
Click here for a definition of this term Housing: Residence Hall Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 2-Sophomore, 3-Junior, 4-Senior
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 3 Click here for a definition of this term Type of Experience: *Study Abroad, Volunteer/Service-Learning
Click here for a definition of this term Program Type: Direct/Program Click here for a definition of this term Credit Type: Transfer
Click here for a definition of this term Applicants: SIUC Students Only Click here for a definition of this term Sponsor: AIFS
Program Description:
 

Czech Republic: Charles University, Prague

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.

 Semester/Term Eligibility Requirements Rec. Semester Credits
 Fall, Spring or
Academic Year
 Open to Sophomore, Junior, Senior Minimum of 3.0 GPA  From 15 to 18


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Where You'll Study

Charles University is the oldest university in Central Europe having been founded as Prague University in 1348 by Charles IV, King of Bohemia and of the Romans. Currently hosting more than 20,000 undergraduate and 25,000 graduate students, it is the largest and most prestigious academic institution in the Czech Republic with a reputation for international research and the creativity of its teaching.

What Makes AIFS Abroad different?

Career Readiness

Professional development is at the foundation of our preparation for participants' time abroad. We utilize the CliftonStrengths assessment as a tool to help all participants understand themselves better, provide a vocabulary around their natural talents, and deepen the impact of their experience abroad.

Access, Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity (AIDE)

As an organization we are committed to ensuring all identities are able to thrive in an inclusive global educational environment. Everyone has a complex identity, and the different aspects of your identity are important when deciding on a program and location. Review our Social Identity Pages to assist you when selecting a program that best fits your interests and needs.
AIDE General Social Identity Resources

Sustainability

We are the first education abroad provider to sign on with the
Climate Action Network for International Educators (CANIE).
Focused on making education abroad carbon neutral, we include
carbon offsets for all participants' return flights, environmental
education connecting students on the ground to environmental
projects, and make our own business practices more
sustainable.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Tuition
  • Pre-departure advising
  • Housing
  • Onsite Resident Director
  • Cultural & Social
    Activities
  • Excursions & day trips
    24/7 Emergency
    Support
  • Comprehensive
    insurance
  • Carbon offsets
  • and more

EXCURSIONS COULD INCLUDE

  • Moravia
  • Kraków and Auschwitz-Birkenau (Add on)
  • Bohemian Switzerland National Park (Add on)
  • and more.

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Group flight package
  • Airport transfer
  • Additional excursions

SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS

AIFS funding, combined with other sources of financial support students can access, will help make international education goals attainable. Find out more about what we have to offer.

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