Language Requirement: None
Academic Standing by Program Start: Sophomore or above
Location: Europe, Czech Republic
GPA: 2.5

Program Overview

Staggering architecture, rich cultural history, a turbulent past and exciting future – Prague is as fascinating a city as it is beautiful. Spend your summer exploring the rich cultural and social heritage of Prague, the Czech Republic, and Central Europe through the exploration of its art and architectural roots, local societies, and dynamic history.

In this program you will have access to coursework, cultural excursions, activities, and roommates that will give you the opportunity to make the city your own. You will spend your summer in one of Europe’s most exciting cities, and learn about a variety of Central European issues and Czech perspectives, participate in experiential activities linked with coursework, and explore the city.

Students take one content course per session, and can also enroll in the optional Communicative Czech Language course during one session of their choice. It is recommended that students select an alternate course, as final course offerings are dependent on total enrollment and student interest.

You will have the opportunity to live with local students in an apartment in one of Prague’s authentic neighborhoods, get help acclimating to the city through CIEE Flat Buddies—local Charles University or FAMU students, and partake in cultural activities and day/weekend excursions that augment class material.

For further information about the program, including dates and course information, please visit: 

CIEE: Summer Central European Studies in Prague, Czech Republic

Dates and Deadlines

Term Year Deadline Arrival Date Departure Date
Summer II 2026 03/15/2026 06/15/2026 07/13/2026
Summer III 2026 03/15/2026 07/13/2026 08/08/2026

CIEE offers three different summer sessions. UO students can choose from either Summer Session II, Summer Session III, or both Summer Sessions II and III. Summer Session I is not open to UO students, as it overlaps with the end of spring term. UO students looking for a longer summer study abroad program are able to combine the last two sessions offered by CIEE. Consult with your GEO Study Abroad Advisor before starting an application.

If you are interested in applying to a CIEE program, we strongly advise you to meet with an advisor prior to applying.

Selection for the program is based on a review of your written application, recommendation, transcript(s), and completion of the interview process. Qualified applicants are recommended by a GEO Study Abroad Program Advisor. The final selection of participants is made by CIEE.

IMPORTANT: Application for a CIEE program involves two parts:

  • Completion of the GEO application process.
  • Completion of the CIEE application process.

Please note that the GEO deadline supersedes the CIEE deadline.

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Discount for Pell Recipients

To expand access to study abroad, GEO is offering a $500 discount for this program to UO students who currently have the Pell Grant as part of their federal financial aid (FAFSA).

Course Equivalencies

UO students: please refer to the UO Course Equivalency Process and the UO Office of the Registrar Course Equivalency Database.

Non-UO students: Actual credit awarded is determined by the relevant department at your university in consultation with the study abroad office. Check with your study abroad advisor for more information.

Budget and Price

CIEE: Summer Central European Studies in Prague

2026 Summer II

Program Fees Paid to GEO
UO Study Abroad Fee ($1,000 per UO term) $1,000
Other Estimated Expenses
CIEE Application fee Paid to CIEE $50
CIEE Educational Costs Paid to CIEE $3,200
CIEE Housing Paid to CIEE $1,250
Insurance Paid to CIEE $200
Participation Confirmation Paid to CIEE $300
Estimated Airfare from Eugene $1,700
Estimated Meals $307
Estimated Books and Supplies $25
Estimated Local Transportation $45
Estimated Cell Phone Expenses $50
Estimated Travel Clinic & Pre-Departure Physical $50
Estimated Cost of Acquiring Passport $150
Estimated Additional Living Expenses $140
PROVIDER PROGRAM FEES & ESTIMATED ADDITIONAL EXPENSES TOTAL $8,467

Included in Program Costs: Program tuition, medical insurance, pre-departure orientation, and on-site support

* Non-UO Students: study abroad fees and application fees vary by campus; check with your home campus study abroad office.

Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

Please also refer to the CIEE Cancellation Policy.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date Cancellation Penalty
8 weeks before program start date

 50% of UO Study Abroad Fee
Program start date or after program begins

Full amount of UO Study Abroad Fee
Note that scholarship funds are not able to be applied to program deposit.

2026 Summer III

Program Fees Paid to GEO
UO Study Abroad Fee ($1,000 per UO term) $1,000
Other Estimated Expenses
CIEE Application fee Paid to CIEE $50
CIEE Educational Costs Paid to CIEE $3,200
CIEE Housing Paid to CIEE $1,250
Insurance Paid to CIEE $200
Participation Confirmation Paid to CIEE $300
Estimated Airfare from Eugene $1,700
Estimated Meals $307
Estimated Books and Supplies $25
Estimated Local Transportation $45
Estimated Cell Phone Expenses $50
Estimated Travel Clinic & Pre-Departure Physical $50
Estimated Cost of Acquiring Passport $150
Estimated Additional Living Expenses $140
PROVIDER PROGRAM FEES & ESTIMATED ADDITIONAL EXPENSES TOTAL $8,467

Included in Program Costs: Program tuition, medical insurance, pre-departure orientation, and on-site support

* Non-UO Students: study abroad fees and application fees vary by campus; check with your home campus study abroad office.

Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

Please also refer to the CIEE Cancellation Policy.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date Cancellation Penalty
8 weeks before program start date

 50% of UO Study Abroad Fee
Program start date or after program begins

Full amount of UO Study Abroad Fee
Note that scholarship funds are not able to be applied to program deposit.

IMPORTANT: The GEO Cancellation Policy is effective from the time a student agrees to pay their non-refundable program deposit or electronically signs the program commitment form, regardless of application or acceptance status. It is essential to read this policy before a potential cancellation takes place, to fully understand the withdrawal and cancellation penalties, and to understand what it means financially to commit to a study abroad program.

Students who cancel their participation must notify GEO in writing. Email is acceptable (geoinfo@uoregon.edu). Verbal notification to GEO or notification given to a non-UO campus study abroad office is not sufficient.

For full details, see the complete GEO Cancellation Policy.

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