International Programs

Because of its innumerable characteristic steeples, Prague is called the hundred towered city. The Czech Republic, a new EU member, is a perfect example of the steady development of a society—most recently transitioning from its communist past. With a population of only 1.2 million, Prague has an unusually rich cultural life: festivals, operas, concerts, and cultural programs, many accessible on a student budget. CIEE students experience life similar to that of Czech students, exploring numerous city neighborhoods like native Praguers.

Long considered the cultural crossroads of Europe, the Czech Republic (site of the ancient kingdom of Bohemia) has had a profound influence upon other European countries and cultures. With the breakup of Czechoslovakia, the republic became the youngest member nation of the European Union and NATO.

Brno is the second largest city in the Czech Republic. Rich in culture, Brno has castles, cathedrals, museums, zoos, gardens, and is a venue for the World Moto Grand Prix. As the economic seat of Morevia, it is the site of many international trade fairs and exhibitions. It’s location as part of the Central European Railroad Junction linking Budapest, Prague, Berlin, and Scandinavia makes Brno an ideal hub for travel throughout Europe.

Prague, Czech Republic. With just over 1 million inhabitants, Prague is the capital city of Czech Republic, situated on the Vltava river in central Bohemia. Registered on the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites, Prague has been called the “city of one hundred spires” and “the golden city” and is home to the largest ancient castle in the world. Prague is one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations; its historic architecture remained relatively untouched during the World Wars.

Explore the Czech Republic's contemporary art scene and the role of art as a social change agent throughout the country's history. 

Students study the country's communist past, its post-socialist transition, and the new challenges facing artists and communities today as a result of globalization and tourism. Site visits to artists' studios and theaters, NGO offices, and community centers expose students to the country's beleaguered arts infrastructure as well as the initiatives in place to protect and promote the arts and social initiatives.

Because of its innumerable characteristic steeples, Prague is called the hundred towered city. The newly joined EU member is a perfect example of the tumultuous and steady development of a society—most recently transitioning from its communist past. Even though the population is only 1.2 million, Prague has an unusually rich cultural life: festivals, operas, concerts, and cultural programs, and many of these events are accessible on a student budget. CIEE students experience life similar to that of Czech students and make use of numerous neighborhoods of the city like native Praguers.

Because of its innumerable characteristic steeples, Prague is called the hundred towered city. The newly joined EU member is a perfect example of the tumultuous and steady development of a society—most recently transitioning from its communist past. Even though the population is only 1.2 million, Prague has an unusually rich cultural life: festivals, operas, concerts, and cultural programs, and many of these events are accessible on a student budget. CIEE students experience life similar to that of Czech students and make use of numerous neighborhoods of the city like native Praguers.