Study Abroad | Prague

Housing

Student Residence Hall

Live with other AIFS and international students conveniently located within easy reach of stores, restaurants and public transport.

• Shared double room (some single rooms may be available on request; contact the AIFS Program Advisor for details)
• Shared bathroom and kitchenette
• Full-sized common kitchen on each floor
• Dormitory Assistant
• 24-hour security
• Laundry facilities, gym and piano room on-site

Meals

European-style cold breakfast included Monday to Friday

Internet access is included in all AIFS housing in Prague.

CELL PHONES AND TRANSPORTATION PASSES

All AIFS Prague students receive a Czech SIM card for use while in Europe and a travel pass for use on Prague’s excellent public transport system. Basic cell phones are provided if needed.

City Facts

Architecture

Nicknamed “the City of a Hundred Spires,” Prague is known for its Old Town Square which is at the heart of its historic core. The city is lined with colorful baroque buildings, Gothic churches and is home to the largest castle in the world.

History

Dating back to the ninth century, the Prague Castle spans an impressive 18 acres and is home to stunning cathedrals, chapels, royal palaces and gorgeous ornamental gardens.

Attractions

Two famous attractions you’ll find in Prague include a graffiti wall devoted to John Lennon and the famous Astronomical Clock on the Old Town Square.

Site Staff

AIFS in Prague Director, Academic Year and Semester Programs

Renata Sluneckova

Hello everybody, I am sending you my best wishes from Prague, my home for more than 20 years. I received my Masters degree from Palackého University in Olomouc, Czech Republic and before joining AIFS in 2014 I worked for the Open Media Institute in Prague, the partner organization of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, making local arrangements for BBC film crews and for journalists based in Prague.

My experience of living in different parts of the Czech Republic means I am a great resource for you when you are in Prague. You will find me in the AIFS office, right in the center of the city, a short walk from the university classroom buildings and the main attractions of this most beautiful city.

The Program Director provides academic advice, introduces you to the community and handles communication with the University.

Cultural Activities

In addition to excursions a cultural calendar of weekly activities and social events is included in your program. These activities will include both typical tourist sites and attractions and lesser known visits which take advantage of the expert knowledge of our local AIFS staff and give you a more authentic and insightful view of Czech life. Typical activities, tours and visits include:

• Prague city walks focusing on different neighborhoods
• Visits to the Jewish Museum, synagogues and cemetery
• Opera, theater, ballet and concert visits
• Sports events such as hockey and soccer games
• Climbing
• Visits to famous Prague cafés
• Czech Buddy program offered through the university’s Erasmus Student network in addition to AIFS Buddy Program
• Czech cooking class
• Events such as concerts, festivals and markets which take you off the tourist trail to venues attended by Czech locals
• Castle trips and day trips to other towns in the countryside including hiking trips
• Czech related and seasonal events such as Easter or Halloween activities, Czech Christmas cookie baking and folklore crafts

You may be asked to pay a small supplementary fee for some events.

AIFS Office

The AIFS Office is right in the heart of the city in one of the oldest parts of Prague conveniently located within walking distance of many shops and cultural sites. There is a student center, library and a computer lab in the office, with PCs for college work or leisure. Free printing is also available. Staff are always there to help with any issues that might arise.

Volunteer Opportunities

AIFS can arrange volunteer activities across a variety of fields and within a range of organizations. Recent offerings have included: 

• English/Spanish tutor with Jedlička Institute and schools for physically disabled people
• English assistant in school for visually impaired students
• Teaching English in elementary schools in Prague
• Crafts and sport with kids from SK HOPO, a shelter for displaced families 

Interested students should contact the Program Director directly once they have been accepted into the program.