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Czech Republic as a Great Place to Study

Today, over 44,000 foreign students are studying in the Czech Republic. It is an increasingly popular destination for international study. There are certainly many reasons for choosing the Czech Republic as a study destination: universities with long-standing reputations, unique conception and interesting specializations, affordable tuition fees and living costs, and last but not least, a vibrant and colorful cultural life in the heart of Europe.

High quality education and research, especially in Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, has a long tradition in the Czech Republic. The Charles University in Prague was founded in 1348 and is the oldest university in Central Europe. Quality assurance of various activities of higher education institutions belongs to the main priorities of the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports.

Offer for international students

Popular study abroad cities in the Czech Republic include Prague, Liberec, Brno, and Olomouc. However, there are many other fascinating locations to choose from as well.

Czech universities offer long-standing reputations, unique conception and interesting specializations. Students can come for a short study visit or to complete their degree in a wide range of traditional as well as newly-emerging disciplines. You can also see universities and their locations in our portal and on this interactive map.

Over 44,000 foreign students are studying at Czech higher education institutions and their interest is growing as the offer of study programmes in foreign language (especially in English) is increasing. Czech universities are more and more involved in a wide range of international cooperation activities and programmes taking place in the European Union and other countries. A special benefit for foreign students is the fact the Czech Republic is a country with lower costs of living. The costs of living in the Czech Republic are not as high as the expenses in Western Europe and the life is thus more affordable.

In terms of location, the Czech Republic is situated in the heart of Europe. Studying in the Czech Republic puts you in the middle of Europe and you have a great chance to discover all European countries and places you might otherwise not have had the opportunity to visit. Foreign students are often fascinated by the Czech cultural experience and its amazing history. Due to its geographic location the Czech Republic is situated in the intersection of many cultures. The country's culture was historically formed mainly by Slavonic, German (Austrian) and Jewish influence, which resulted in a rich Central-European culture heritage and lifestyle. The Czech Republic is sure to entertain you in between your studies!

For further information about Study in the Czech Republic, please, visit:

Ministry of Education of the Czech Republic

National Research and Development Policy of the Czech Republic

Centre for international cooperation in education / Study in the Czech Republic


Study in Prague

The Study in Prague project brings together seven of the best rated universities (Charles University, Czech Technical University, Czech University of Life Sciences, Prague, University of Economics, Prague and University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague were joined by the two major art academies – Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design in Prague and Academy of Performing Arts in Prague) praised by students and researchers alike. The variety of study possibilities is perfectly balanced and broad enough to satisfy even the most ambitious endeavours. Learn more on the website Study in Prague.