Program Highlights:
Calling all Political Science and International Relations majors! This semester program is designed with you in mind. The CEVRO Institute is a private college in Prague that prides itself on providing elite education, especially within the field of political studies. Study with CEVRO’s experts and transfer courses directly to your major!
The University:
CEVRO, a public policy and educational think-tank, has been growing rapidly since its founding in 1999. In 2005, CEVRO established a private college, the CEVRO Institute, whose main goal is to provide quality education in the area of social science. The college is proud of its excellent professors, senior lecturers, and specialists in the areas of law, economics, political science and international relations. The small student body will give you a personal approach to your study abroad and lots of attention from your professors. You won’t get lost in the crowd at the CEVRO Institute!
The City:
Prague is the perfect place to study abroad! It has been often described as one of the jewels of Europe due to its beauty, charm, and rich history. Every visitor falls in love with the city. With over 1.3 million inhabitants it’s is the Czech Republic’s largest city and also its capital. The heart of the city is the Old Town, which once served as the medieval marketplace and now hosts a variety of shops and outdoor cafes. The city is overflowing with culture and history. When you’re enjoying a cappuccino on the Old Town Square you can see a unique blend of Gothic, Baroque, Renaissance and Art Nouveau architecture. From the Charles Bridge on the Vltava River, you can admire the Prague skyline with Hradcany Castle, whose 100 spires sparkle like stars at night. In addition to the breathtaking sights, Prague also offers a variety of cultural attractions such as concerts, museums, theatres, clubs, and restaurants. Since it is home to many of the Czech Republic’s best universities, there will be lots of students for you to meet and socialize with. Prague is a safe, affordable and friendly city, so you’re sure to have the time of your life!
Courses & Descriptions:
The college offers courses taught in English, which are designed both for international students and CEVRO Institute students. The courses cover a wide range of topics and disciplines such as political science, international relations, history or applied economics. Students are advised to sign up for about 5 courses each semester.
Transfer Credit:
The CEVRO Institute is a fully accredited Czech university. With prior approval of your advisor, the courses should seamlessly transfer back to your home university. Before applying it’s important to speak with the study abroad advisor at your home institution to obtain pre-approval for your courses and determine how many credits you’ll receive. Every educational institution has different policies about transferring credit, so we encourage you to follow your institution’s regulations.
After completing the program, we’ll send your registrar or study abroad advisor an official transcript with the course titles, credit hours, and grades. Your university will need this transcript to transfer credit.
Financial Aid:
It is possible to transfer your financial aid to pay for some or all of the program costs. The first step is to check with your home institution’s financial aid advisor before applying. Since every home institution has different rules, only your advisor can tell you what kind of aid can transfer. Study Abroad Czech Republic is happy to provide you with a certificate of enrollment or any other documents that your university might require.
There are also many scholarship opportunities available. Learn more on our scholarships page.
Application Deadline(s):
July 29, 2012 - Fall
December 09, 2012 - Spring
Late applications will be considered on an individual basis.
Applying for our programs is simple! Fill out the on-line application form and wait for more information from us.
