Culture Study Abroad Programs in Hungary

Spend a semester or academic year in Budapest, Hungary, with AIFS Abroad! Earn up to 12 credits per semester studying abroad at Corvinus University of Budapest, with an additional 3-credit course available for a supplemental fee. Courses are taught in English. While abroad in Budapest, make a positive impact on the local community through volunteer work! You’ll live in a single-room apartment in a private student residence hall with a shared kitchen, bathroom, and living area. Exciting cultural and social activities include: • Walking tours of the city • Visits to the Food Market and Christmas Market • Music concerts and ballet and contemporary dance performances • Boat trips along the Danube • A day trip to Szentendre • 3-day trip to Vienna, Austria • 2-day Lake Balaton and Wine Country tour A 3-day trip to Prague, Czech Republic, is also available as an optional excursion. The optional AIFS Abroad Flight Package includes a 2-night tour of London, England.

The University of Pécs offers an exceptional study abroad experience in one of Europe’s most charming and historic cities. As Hungary’s first university, it boasts a rich academic tradition paired with modern facilities and a global outlook. With a wide range of English-taught courses in fields like business, arts, sciences, and health, the program caters to students seeking a high-quality education and international exposure. Ideal for curious and globally minded students, the program provides a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in Hungarian culture while earning transferable academic credits. Small class sizes and supportive faculty ensure a personalized learning experience. Nestled in the heart of Hungary, Pécs is a lively cultural hub with a welcoming community. Students can wander its cobblestone streets, explore landmarks like the Pécs Cathedral and Zsolnay Cultural Quarter, and enjoy its bustling café scene. The city’s affordable cost of living and vibrant student life make it an ideal destination for international students seeking both adventure and academic growth.

Learn Hungarian in Budapest, Hungary. Take part in semi-private or private foreign language classes provided by a teacher at your place of lodging. You will be taking your lessons with teachers who are highly trained and experience professionals in teaching their native language to foreigners. You will be staying at the home of native speakers. Only the language you intend to learn will be spoken at your homestay. The residences are commonly located outside of touristy areas, at neighborhoods where the language you are learning are predominantly spoken. About Budapest: Budapest is one of the few capitals in Europe with an active traditional music and folk dance scene. Young Hungarians are wildly enthusiastic about their folk music. A visit to a Dance House (Táncház) is one of the best ways to meet Hungarians and learn directly what it is that makes them so Hungarian.

CEA CAPA’s programs in Budapest will give you a chance to experience the world and see this multicultural city from a different perspective. We have two programs at this location: Business & Economics and Social Sciences. You will also get the chance to take a Hungarian language course or Budapest history course in either program. Our partner university, Corvinus University of Budapest, is Hungary’s leading institution for higher education in business and economics and the perfect environment for you to learn alongside local and other international students. You’ll also venture outside the classroom and the city with CEA CAPA’s excursions and cultural engagement opportunities, helping you get the full experience of living abroad and gain a deeper cultural understanding of the city and country. CEA CAPA makes sure your housing, health, safety, social engagement, and other needs are taken care of. Giving you the best possible study abroad experience is our top priority. Interested in going abroad with CEA CAPA? Contact us to get started!

Eotvos Lorand University (ELTE) organizes the two-week Budapest Summer University, offering exciting short courses to international students worldwide. Through our ever-changing courses, we like to show our university's diversity and academic excellence. We also ensure the program's international character by accepting five applications per country. Students get an insight into the everyday life of one of the most prestigious universities in Hungary while meeting our renowned lecturers and international students in beautiful Budapest. This Budapest Summer University's working language is English, and teaching methods encompass discussion, lectures, group work, and excursions.