PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

FAU Summer in Prague

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à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã Description

Experience one of the most beautiful cities in the heart of Europe this summer! FAU has partnered with Anglo-American University (AAU) in Prague, Czech Republic to offer an FAU summer faculty-led study abroad program where à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã can choose from a variety of course offerings in the arts, history, politics, and more. Open to all FAU undergraduate à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã, the course offerings are topically current, and especially relevant to the region of Czechia. The program is supported and managed by FAU program leaders in Prague and courses are taught by AAU faculty on AAU campus. The campus is located in the historical center of Malá Strana in The Vrtbovský palace also known as the Thurn-Taxis Palace – named after the last noble family that used to occupy it. Full of chandeliers, sculptures and fairytale staircases, the palace supports the special atmosphere present at AAU. Students will have the unique opportunity to interact with faculty from AAU, FAU à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã, à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã from around the globe in class and through activities and excursions. The program also includes local activities specifically designed for the FAU group to enhance the study abroad experience.Ìý


à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã Dates and Deadlines:
Term Year Application Deadline
(or as space permits)
Start Date/Check-in End Date/Check-out
Summer 2025 Tuesday, February 4, 2025 Friday, May 30, 2025 Sunday, June 22, 2025


à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã fee payment deadline:
See details below in program cost section. à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã fees cannot be deferred. Plan accordingly.Ìý
Wilkes Honors College Students: This program has been approved to meet the WHC study abroad requirement.Ìý

Information Sheet

Open to Open to all Undergraduate Students + approved to meet the WHC study abroad requirement.Ìý
Language of Instruction English
Level of Study Undergraduate
Credit Offered FAU credits
à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã Primary Subject Art, Culture, History, Political Science, Photography, and more!
Education Abroad Contact Brendan Richardson

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à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã Course Offerings:

  • Creativity and Design Thinking
  • Terrorism in Global Politics
  • Czech Culture in Film and Literature
  • Power and Idea: The Philosophy of Politics
  • Women in Foreign Service
  • Screening Desire, Projecting Anxiety: Psychoanalysis of Film
  • Art in Practice Summer Course in Prague 1

Course Eligibility & Requirements:

  • Students participating on the program must enroll in one of the 3 credit program course offerings to participate.
  • Students will register via their FAU student account and pay FAU tuition for the credits. Education Abroad will provide an update once course registration opens for the program.
  • à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã course credit can apply towards à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã FAU summer credit requirement.

à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã Eligibility & Requirement

  • Must have a 2.5 overall GPA at the time of application for undergraduate à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã
  • Must be in good academic standing at the time of application
  • Must be eligible to take FAU courses during the study abroad program term
  • See Policies & Procedures page for more information
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Education Abroad Contact: Brendan RichardsonÌý

Associate Director

Phone number: 561-297-3227

Email: brichardson@fau.eduÌý

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Location

Prague is not only a beautifully well-preserved city with UNESCO-listed heritage sites, but it’s also rated one of the best overall cities for à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã. Apart from the historical sites, there are more than 80 Museums and Galleries, over 600 bars and Music clubs, and over 200 parks and recreational spaces and there is simply always something to do. It is also considered the 6th safest city in the world and is ranked among the top 5 cities worldwide for sustainable, reliable public transport with an easy-to-navigate network of buses, trams, and metros. Student will take courses at the beautiful campus of Anglo-American University, the 17th-century Thurn-Taxis Palace with original hand-painted ceilings, beautiful chandeliers, and a lovely courtyard, where participants can learn and relax. It is located in the picturesque historical center of Malá Strana, just across the river from Prague Old Town. In fact, you can reach it in a few minutes on foot by crossing the world-famous XIV century Charles Bridge.

Housing

Participants will be housed in centrally located apartments, via Zeitraum, in a lively district of HoleÅ¡ovice (Prague 7) – one of the 10 coolest neighborhoods to live in Europe, according to . Enjoy art galleries, markets, restaurants, and cafes in this district that is home to many à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã and locals. The building is approximately 20 minutes from the AAU campus by public transport and offers comfortable and equipped facilities. Participants will share an apartment with other à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã and will either be placed in a single and double room in the unit with a private bathroom. Accommodations include 24/hour security guard and receptionist, bed linens, utility fees, wi-fi, shared kitchen with cooking supplies and utensils

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à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã Cost and Funding

Financial Aid and Scholarship InformationÌý

  • Students participating on FAU Faculty-led à£à£Ö±²¥Ðãs may use eligible financial aid
  • à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã participants may be eligible to apply for the FAU Education Abroad Scholarship
  • See additional scholarship and funding information here.

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à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã Cost

$3,750 - $3,950 program fee range (exact program fee amount TBA) + tuition for the required program summer course(s). FAU in-state or out-of-state rates apply.Ìý

à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã fee payment deadlines:Ìý
1ST PAYMENT:Ìý Ìý Ìý $TBD Due February 11, 2025Ìý
2ND PAYMENT:Ìý Ìý Ìý$TBD Due February 27, 2025

à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã fees cannot be deferred. Plan accordingly. Accepted participants will receive detailed payment instructions from the Education Abroad team via email closer to the deadlines.Ìý

à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã Fee Includes:

  • Pre-departure and on-site orientation
  • Accommodations from check-in through check-out date
  • Local public transportation pass
  • 2 FAU group dinners
  • 4 lunches at AAU cafe
  • Local tours and activities
  • Excursion to Pilsen with train tickets, brewery tour, lunch, and St. Bartholomew Cathedral visit
  • Academic activities in Prague related to your course choice
  • Prague city tour
  • FAU and AAU staff support in Prague
  • International medical insurance
  • And more!

Activities and excursions are subject to change by faculty leader or program provider/vendor if needed. Replacement activity or excursion would be provided.

à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã Fee Does Not Include :

  • $200 administrative fee paid at time of application submission
  • International flight
  • Tuition for courses/credits taken on program (FAU in-state and out-of-state rates apply)
  • Personal spending money


Travel Documentation, HEALTH AND SAFETY

Passport and Travel Documentation

  • A valid passport is required for all international travel. You need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. You may be denied boarding if you travel with a passport that appears damaged or altered.
  • Review up-to-date details . Routine processing times can take 6-8 weeks, and expedited applications in 2-3 weeks. Processing times does not include the time it takes for shipping. Processing times begin when your application is received by a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for your application to be received by passport agency, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive your completed passport after agency mails it to you. Therefore, you should add an additional 4 weeks to you passport application processing time.
  • Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Check the to learn about entry and exit requirements for the country or countries in which you are traveling. Ìý
  • If you are applying for a passport for the first time, you need to renew your passport, or you have any other passport questions, you can find information on the website. In addition, several U.S. Embassies and Consulates provide information to assist applicants in collecting the documentation needed. For a list of Embassies, please visit .
  • Non-U.S. Citizens may need additional travel documentation. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you should research the study abroad program destination and your home country to determine if a visa or additional travel documentation is required.

International Health Insurance

All FAU à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã participating on an FAU Faculty-led à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã will be registered in international health and travel insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). This mandatory insurance ensures that à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã have access to medical and emergency support services while abroad. This is included in the program cost. The 2025 Coverage plan will be available in January 2025. Participants can review the current 2024 plan HERE for reference.

Health and Safety Resources to Explore Prior to Traveling Abroad

  • U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory – Country Information: Travel Advisories (state.gov)
  • U.S. Students Abroad:
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
  • FAU SHS: /shs/
  • World Health Organization (WHO):
  • LGBTQI+ Travel Information:
  • Travelers with Disabilities:
  • Women Travelers:
  • Travel Safety - Race and Ethnicity:

Pre-deparature Orientation and Meetings

All à£à£Ö±²¥Ðã must attend pre-departure sessions prior to study abroad. Education Abroad and your program faculty leaders will provide you with further details pertaining to dates, times, and location in the semester before your program.Ìý

1) Mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Education Abroad office. This session will cover general international travel related topics such as health, safety, insurance, and travel tips.Ìý
2) Mandatory pre-departure meeting hosted by program faculty leader. This session will cover program and location specific information such as arrival, expectations, itinerary, and course overview.

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