Description

As the "heart of Europe," Prague provides an ideal location for the study of European art and political history in the context of the Holy Roman Empire. Prague is also particularly well suited for the examination of the transition from east-to-west and cross-cultural exchange in Europe.

Highlights

Prague is noted for its art and architecture, which fluidly incorporates styles from the Romanesque period through the present. It is an important center of music, literature, theater, and commerce. Historically, it represents either the western-most reaches of the Slavs or the eastern-most reach of western influence since Charlemagne. The KIIS program in Prague lasts five weeks and is open to students of sophomore and higher status who are in good academic standing. Students may register for one or two courses (3 credit hours each). Organized excursions include Prague castle, the Old Jewish cemetery, the Old-New Synagogue of Josefov, the Nazi concentration camp in Terezin, and southern Bohemia.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

2,850 USD

Program Fees Include:

* Round-trip airfare to Prague (Option 2 only).
* Room and breakfast at all program sites in Czech Republic. Some other common meals will be provided on several occasions such as the day of arrival. (The Institute does not cover expenses for food and lodging when the student is away from the study site.)
* Transportation and admission for all program-organized destinations in the
Czech Republic.
* Comprehensive medical insurance through CMI Insurance
* Up to six credit hours

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide and American Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of varies according to course

Scholarships are Available

Students presently matriculated at schools that are full members of the KIIS consortium are invited to apply for merit- and need-based scholarships. Please contact the KIIS office for more information.

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Transcript
• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

2-3 wks. following app. deadline

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Kentucky Institute for International Studies's Mission Statement

The Kentucky Institute for International Studies is a consortium of colleges and universities dedicated to providing quality international education. KIIS is founded on the conviction that an international experience should be part of the education of as many people as possible. KIIS programs have four primary objectives: (1) to establish high-quality, low-cost, academically sound international study programs for students; (2) to provide faculty from member institutions a means for professional growth; (3) to create language and culture programs for professionals and develop links with their counterparts in foreign countries; and (4) to promote the study of foreign languages. KIIS also seeks to develop new opportunities for international experiences which meet the needs of students, faculty, academic institutions, and community organizations, always taking into consideration the changing times and shifting demands of a global society.

Year Founded

1975