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A dream city
for students

Located in the heart of Central Europe, Prague captivates not only with its history and culture, but also with its student-friendly lifestyle.

Why Prague

Six reasons
students stay

  1. A City of History and Architecture

    Gothic towers, baroque churches, medieval stone bridges. Every corner of Prague takes you on a walk through centuries of timeless beauty.

  2. A Hub for International Students

    Meet students from all around the world, experience new cultures, and build a global network that will stay with you for life.

  3. Affordable Cost of Living

    Compared to many major European cities, Prague offers much more budget-friendly options for food, transportation, and accommodation.

  4. Excellent Public Transport

    Getting around is incredibly easy thanks to the tram, metro, and bus systems. Students have additional transportation discounts.

  5. Social and Cultural Life

    Theaters, galleries, cafes, concerts, festivals. There is always something happening in Prague, and no day feels ordinary.

  6. Nature

    The banks of the Vltava River, peaceful parks, and nearby natural landscapes offer perfect places to recharge between classes.

Education

How a Czech degree is built

Czech-taught programs at public universities are free of charge, and students receive a scholarship of 80 EUR every three months. Working up to 20 hours a week adds another 300 to 500 EUR a month.

1.

Bachelor

Bachelor programs typically last 3 years and offer students the opportunity to study a wide range of academic fields. A bachelor degree provides a strong foundation for starting your career, and our preparatory programs help students adapt easily to the academic environment.

3 years
2.

Master

Students who complete their bachelor degree can enroll in master programs in the Czech Republic. A master program usually lasts 2 years and prepares you for higher-level positions and specialized fields.

2 years
3.

Doctoral

Doctoral programs are designed for those who wish to pursue an academic career. Throughout the program, you can conduct various research projects and specialize in your field.

2 to 3 years

Living costs

What a month
actually costs

An economic lifestyle runs at roughly 900 EUR a month, a comfortable one at about 1100 EUR. With an ISIC card or a student ID you get discounts on most of the items below.

900

EUR a month, economic lifestyle

1100

EUR a month, comfortable lifestyle

Typical month in Prague

  • Transportation5 EUR

    Monthly public transport with a student card. Without one it is 22 EUR for anyone over 26.

  • Dormitory450-600 EUR

    Per month.

  • Flat in the centre800-900 EUR

    One bedroom. Outside the centre it is 650-750 EUR.

  • Food150-200 EUR

    Per month if you cook at home. A student cafeteria meal costs 2-3 EUR.

  • Culture and sport8-50 EUR

    Cinema 8-10 EUR, swimming pool 5-7 EUR, gym 30-50 EUR a month.

  • Health insurance600-800 EUR

    Annual or semi-annual. Most medication costs are reimbursed.

Ready to look
at programs?

Foundation programs start in September and in January. The January intake is shorter and more intensive.

See the programs