Prague, Czech Republic
Program Brochure
Contact the Program Director
Diana Bullen
English Department
P: 480-461-7221
Office: BP43A - 55
dbullen@mesacc.edu
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Program Location
The program is based in the city of Prague, the capital and largest city in the Czech Republic. Situated on the Vltava River in central Bohemia, Prague has been the political, cultural, and economic center of the Czech state for over 1,100 years. The city proper is home to more than 1.2 million people, while its metropolitan area is estimated to have a population of over 1.9 million. Prague is widely considered to be one of the most beautiful cities in Europe and is among the most visited cities on the continent.
Not Offered in 2013
Prague: A Cultural and Global Perspective offers students and life-long learners in our community a stimulating academic and cultural platform to enhance global competence in any career. This program is designed as a life-transforming experience in a location where past, present and future are evident all around. The participant experiences the opulence of the Hapsburg Empire, the austerity of the communist regime, and the vibrancy of a developing free market economy in the Czech Republic.
Estimated Program Costs
- Program Fees: $2,174 - Includes:
- Academic facilities, cultural excursions, ground transportation, lodging, and travel insurance
- Vltava River dinner-cruise
- Unlimited pass for bus, tram or metro in Prague
- Presentation and guest lectures by former Czech dissidents, artists and business leaders
- Tuition: 6 credits
- Registration Fee: $15
- Airfare is NOT included (estimated at $1,850).
- Meals are NOT included (estimated at $700).
- Optional excursion to Vienna, Austria is an addt'l $260.
Prague Program Excursions
- Overnight Excursion: Cesky Krumlov -UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Guided Tours: Jewish Quarter, Old Town Square, Prague Castle, Terezin Concentration Camp, and Wenceslas Square
- Optional Excursion: Vienna, A ustria -UNESCO World Heritage Site
Prague Program Details
This program has been uniquely designed to create a perfect blend of discovering culture, architecture, history, and globalization. Participants enjoy finding hidden gardens, having coffee at an out-of-the-way café, festivals, and various town squares throughout the city in their leisure time. They will also savor interacting with multinational corporations and local enterprises delving into perspectives of the intricacies of global business. Truly a blended experience and the perfect addition to any resume!
Courses Offered (6 credits)
Online coursework from 6/4-6/28. In host country from 7/5-8/2, 2012Dates to Remember
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Tuesdays - 6:00pm - 6:45pm:
Sept. 14 & Sept. 28, 2011 Financial Aid Specialist Available! |
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Scholarship Deadline |
March 1, 2012 |
Get information on scholarships, grants, and financial aid for study abroad here. |
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Program Application Deadline |
Friday, March 23, 2012 |
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Apply early to reserve your place! Late applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Complete the Application - this pdf file can be completed on your computer and then saved and printed.
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Payment Deadline |
March 23, 2012 |
Download the helpful guide: How to Pay for Study Abroad |
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Mandatory Orientation |
April 14, 2012 from 9 am - 1pm |
Room LB145 in the Elsner Library at the Southern & Dobson campus.
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Locations
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