Czech Republic Study Abroad Program

Charles bridge at night in Prague

Charles Bridge in Prague
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Program Overview

This program is offered in collaboration with Veritas Christian Study Abroad at either Charles University or the University of Economics in Prague. Prague is known as one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Since 1992, the city has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Prague is home to numerous theaters, galleries, museums, and historical sites. It is located in the northwest region of the Czech Republic and is on the banks of the Vltava River. Prague recently ranked sixth in Triipadvisor's world list of best destinations.

Veritas is a division of  International Studies Abroad (ISA). You will be attending classes with ISA students as well as Veritas students.

Course Content

You are required to take a Comparative Religions course or an international missions practicum taught by local Veritas staff, and three to four other courses from one of the two universities.

Excursions

While studying in Prague you will have several opportunities to go on excursions, including trips to Cesky Krumlov, Kutna Hora, Terezin, Vienna, and Berlin. There will also be optional holiday self-led trips to other European cities.

Housing

All Veritas students live in furnished apartments near to public transport routes to the university. Meals and laundry service are not included. Typically students will share the apartment with one to four other Veritas students. 

Program Fees & Eligibility

You pay your regular George Fox tuition and room and board and continue to receive all of your financial aid. Due to the high cost of some programs, an additional fee may be charged. You are responsible for round-trip airfare. There also may be an additional charge for a visa. The fee does include emergency travel insurance.

To apply, you must be a full-time undergraduate student with junior or senior status, holding a cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher. There is no language requirement.

Application Process

Applying to the program is a two-step process, requiring that you complete both a George Fox and external site application. Visit the Application Page to get specific details. Once you’ve completed the George Fox application, we will provide you with information to apply to the Czech Republic (Prague) program.