January in Prague
Unique Experiences
LIVE IN PRAGUE LIKE A LOCAL
and partake in vibrant cultural, social scene and learn local customs
MARVEL AT PRISTINE ARCHITECTURE
from romanesque, gothic, renaissance, baroque, cubist, neo-classical, and modern design styles
DISCOVER THE PICTURESQUE SETTING
of many hollywood movies: mission impossible, alien vs. predator, van helsing, chronicles of narnia, and hellboy
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KILOMETERS OF TRACK IN PRAGUE鈥橲 METRO (UNDERGROUND) TRANSPORTATION NETWORK
993 CE
FIRST YEAR BEER WAS BREWED AT THE BENEDICTINE BREVNOV MONASTERY
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UNIVERSITIES
Your Destination
Cobblestone streets, medieval bridges, and a castle overlooking dozens of churches, squares, and green spaces all contribute to the 鈥淐ity of a Hundred Spires鈥 being recognized as one of the world鈥檚 most beautiful cities. Having shed its communist past and brimming with carefully preserved monuments from every period and style in its millennial history, Prague is a truly unique European city. Easy to explore on foot and on a student budget, the city abounds with festivals, live music, galleries, food markets, caf茅s, and much more.
日博体育 Prague is located in the central neighborhood of Vy拧ehrad in a beautiful park-like setting atop one of Prague鈥檚 highest hills about 15 minutes from the Old Town area.鈥
The Culture
Excursions & Activities
- Cheer on a local sports team at a hockey game鈥
- Sample local Moravian wines at a sommelier-led wine tasting鈥
- Take a day trip to Terez铆n (Theresienstadt),鈥痑 former Jewish ghetto and Nazi labor camp
Watch an opera in one of the amazing baroque opera houses鈥
- Participate in a wide range of other cultural activities to spark your interest in local art, film, music, sports, or cuisine鈥
Program Blogs
My Serene Haven in Prague
By: Ezekiel Thoreson Living in Prague for six weeks was an unforgettable experience. Among the countless highlights, Stromovka Park in Hole拧ovice became my serene haven. Located just a five-minute walk... keep reading
Exploring Morocco on Fall Break at 日博体育 Prague
By: Kendall Stevens My time abroad has been full of fun! One of the nicest things about 日博体育 Prague is that you are given a week-long fall break which gives... keep reading
Two Uniquely Prague Drink Experiences
By: Riley Mixon Beer Spa Address: Revolu膷n铆 22, Praha 1, 110 00 It is no shock that Prague is well known for its beer. Beer is one of the cheapest... keep reading
Housing & Meals
Housing
All housing is within a 45-minute commute of 日博体育 Prague.
Standard Housing: Includes accommodation in a homestay, apartment, or residence hall.
- 贬辞尘别蝉迟补测蝉:鈥Live with a Czech family, with or without another 日博体育 student, and immerse yourself in the city鈥檚 culture. Each student has an individual room.鈥
- 础辫补谤迟尘别苍迟蝉:鈥Students can live in apartments shared with other 日博体育 students.鈥疘f local health and safety regulations permit, most students live in double or triple rooms. Each apartment will have shared common spaces, including a kitchen and a bathroom.
- Residence Halls:鈥Students usually live with a mix of 日博体育 students and local and international students in dormitory-like buildings. If local health and safety regulations permit, most students live in double or triple rooms. Students usually share kitchens and common areas.
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
贬辞尘别蝉迟补测:鈥Breakfast and dinner, on the family鈥檚 schedule, are included.
Residence Halls and 础辫补谤迟尘别苍迟蝉:鈥Meals are not included.
Academics
During the January in Prague program, students spend three weeks taking a full-credit course complemented with co-curricular activities to immerse them in the culture and facilitate intercultural learning.鈥
日博体育 Prague鈥痠s located within the Vy拧ehrad national monument complex and features classrooms, a library, a student lounge, staff offices, a caf茅, and a large garden.
Course Information
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Psychology
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 日博体育 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 日博体育's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple 日博体育 sites.
Scholarships & Grants
日博体育 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:
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
To be considered, submit the 日博体育 Scholarships & Grants application within your 日博体育 program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with 日博体育, 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 January 2026 3 weeks | Start Date | End Date |
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 日博体育's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
日博体育 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 日博体育 iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
日博体育 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI 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.
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
日博体育 iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Will Barnard
Center Director
Will Barnard heads 日博体育 Prague. Originally from the U.S., Will has lived and worked in the Czech Republic for more than 20 years. He has a bachelor's degree from Princeton...
Petra Key
Academic Director
Petra Key oversees the academic programs at 日博体育 Prague. Her responsibilities include managing the faculty and courses, collaborating with academic partner institutions, and ensuring high-quality academic instruction. She achieves this...
Michaela Neu啪ilov谩
Senior Program Manager
Michaela has been with 日博体育 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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