Description

The Harvard Summer Program in Prague, Czech Republic, is an 8-week intensive program in Czech language and culture. Based in a country that is rich in tradition and yet rapidly changing since the fall of communism in 1989, the program appeals to students who would like to learn more about central European culture, broaden their perspectives on global politics and history, learn a Slavic language, and spend a summer getting to know one of Europe's most beautiful cities.

In addition to intensive language study, students examine the complex cultural, religious, and political forces that have shaped Czech society. Language and cultural study will be supplemented with walking tours of Prague and visits to magnificently preserved cathedrals, castles, churches, synagogues, museums, and monasteries.

We explore the gardens of the Vyaehrad Castle, the Royal Palace, and the St. Vitus Cathedral of the remarkable castle complex Hradcany, and visit art collections housed in the thirteenth-century St. Agnes cloister, St. George's Basilica, the Valdatejn, and the Schwarzenberg Palaces.

Highlights

Czech language and culture study in the heart of Europe

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• Culture
• Foreign Language
• History

Cost in US$:

Program Fees Include:

There is a nonrefundable USD 50 application fee. The cost of the program (to be announced) includes the following:

* Tuition
* Room and some meals
* Excursions (including in-country transportation)

In addition to the program fee, students are responsible for:

* A health insurance fee (waived if students have US insurance that provides coverage outside the United States)
* Transportation to and from Czech Republic
* The cost of passports and visas (if the latter is needed)
* Any immunization

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

American Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Other

Application Process Involves

• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Transcript
• Other
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Essay

Harvard Summer School Study Abroad Programs's Mission Statement

Expect a true Harvard experience, engage your intellectual curiosity with Harvard faculty, and study in a range of fields. Harvard study abroad programs are both demanding and rewarding. Because programs are led exclusively by faculty, students find the same Harvard-quality education they encounter on campus in Cambridge. Programs span 5 to 10 weeks and are limited enrollment. All programs are 8 credits, and the credits are accepted toward degrees at most colleges and universities. Harvard study abroad programs are selective. To apply, students must be at least 18, have completed 1 year of college or be a first-year student, and be in good academic standing. Admission criteria are outlined on each program webpage.