GEO Faculty-Led Programs in Prague, Czech Republic
About the site
- Business / Sustainability
- Education: Elementary to Secondary
- Fine Art and Architecture
- Music and Film
- Topics in European Studies/History
Open to discussing other academic areas not listed.
- Program length abroad:
- 1 – 3 weeks
- Terms:
- January
- Spring Break (except Easter)
- Summer (May – July)
- Fall Break (November)
Site availability may depend on program dates and site capacity for the requested timeframe.
- Minimum students: 10
- Maximum students: 18
Situated in the middle of the Czech Republic, Prague offers an immersive experience where history, culture, and creativity converge in one of Europe's most compelling cities. With its over 1,000-year-long history, its medieval architecture, complex political past, and influential artistic traditions create a vivid backdrop for exploring how societies change and how people understand identity, memory, and expression. With a lively creative scene, a growing focus on sustainability, and an atmosphere that blends deep historical roots with modern energy, Prague provides an inspiring setting for interdisciplinary learning across the humanities and social sciences.
Program options and components
The following are sample logistics and services that can be incorporated into a Faculty-Led Program in Prague, Czech Republic.
Academic and co-curricular opportunities
- Classroom space is provided through USAC's host institution, Charles University.
- Guest lectures or presenters.
- Co-curricular activities or visits related to academic area.
The Faculty-Led Program course is identified and taught by the institution’s faculty. The academic content, syllabus, and credit is determined by the institution. No USAC credit is given, and the cost of instruction is not included in the program.
Cultural immersion and site experiences
Local site activities
- Examples include:
- City tour
- Haunted sites tour
- Coffee house culture
- Survival Czech class (no credit)
- Museum visit
- Local concert
- Tour of Prague Castle
- Culture exchange with local students
Day trips
- Examples include:
- Bohemian Switzerland National Park
- Kutná Hora and Bone Chapel
- Český Krumlov
- Lidice and Terezín
- Antonín Dvořák’s Mansion
Site logistics
- Student housing:
- Shared private apartment
- Shared hotel room
- Program Leader housing:
- Single-occupancy private apartment
- Single-occupancy hotel room
- Welcome and farewell meals
- Breakfast typically included with hotel only
- Additional group meals may be added upon request
- Local transit pass
- Private transportation for activities when local transit or walking is not feasible
- Group airport transfers available for arrival and departure
Service and activity availability vary and cannot be guaranteed. Final inclusions and costs are outlined in the official program proposal based on program length and selected components. All GEO Faculty-Led Programs include USAC site staff support, access to USAC's Health and Safety Team, and CISI insurance.