Study in the Czech Republic
The Czech Republic is one of the most popular study abroad destinations for U.S. students.
According to the Open Doors Reports, the Czech Republic occupies the 14th position among the world leading study abroad destinations with more than 3,600 U.S. students annually. The Czech Republic is thus by far the most visited country in the region of East Central Europe.
Why Study in the Czech Republic?
Location: The Czech Republic is located in the heart of Europe with easy access to major Central European cities (Berlin, Bratislava, Budapest, Cracow, Dresden, Munich, Vienna...).
Culture and Life: Due to its geographical location the Czech Republic is situated in the intersection of cultures. The life of the country was historically formed mainly by Slavonic, German (Austrian) and Jewish influence, which resulted in a rich Central-European culture heritage and lifestyle.
History: The complicated history of the area of the Czech Republic still fascinates its visitors as it reflects major historical developments in Europe and in the world.
Transition and Economic Development: A return to democracy and free market economy that has started with the Velvet Revolution of 1989 has been an interesting process of fast going changes that bring opportunities as well as challenges. The Czech Republic became a new member of European Union in 2004 and is one of the most dynamic economies in Europe.
Quality: High quality education and research, especially in sciences, engineering and medicine, has a long tradition in the Czech Republic. Valuable knowledge and skills acquired in many fields at local school and research institutions and international and cultural experience all help forster succeess in the globalized world.
Value: Economic aspects play a role as well. The cost of living in the Czech Republic is significantly lower than majority of Western European countries, but the quality of service available is usually of a Western standards, especially in large cities like Prague, Brno or Olomouc. The combination of low-priced services and good quality of life is attractive for young people and international students.