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CIEE Communication, New Media, and Journalism Program in Prague, Czech Republic (Outgoing Program)

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  • Locations: Prague, Czech Republic
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
  • Restrictions: U of A applicants only
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year U of A Application Deadline U of A Decision Date Start Date End Date
Fall 2022 04/01/2022
** 		Rolling Admission 09/07/2022 12/17/2022
Spring 2023 11/01/2022 ** Rolling Admission 01/24/2023 05/06/2023

** If you are applying for an external program, please note the U of A application deadline listed may be different than the external program provider's application deadline.

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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Study Abroad Advisor: Bumpers College: Madison Barnes, College of Architecture & Design: Brian Poepsel, College of Education & Health Professions: Madison Barnes, College of Engineering: Brian Poepsel, Fulbright College: Katie Sabo, Walton College: Megan Hull Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 3.0
Credit Hours Available: Between 12-18 Credit Hours Area of Study: Architecture, Communication, European Studies, Humanities, Journalism, Other Language, Political Science
Program Duration: Academic Year, Semester Credit Type: Transfer Credit
Language of Instruction: English, Other Open to non-U of A students?: No
Open to Graduate Students?: No Housing Options: Apartment, Dorm, Homestay
COVID-19 Vaccination: Vendor requires (CIEE); see more at https://studyabroad.uark.edu/covid-19.php
Program Description:

Communications, New Media + Journalism

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC

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Program Overview

With a rapidly evolving start-up scene and multiple well-established corporations, advertising agencies, NGOs, and English-speaking media outlets, Prague is the ideal place to explore global communication trends while learning about the city's rich culture and complex history. Combine your classes at CIEE with studying at Prague's most prestigious university and CIEE’s partner schools, Charles University and the Academy of the Performing Arts (FAMU). Is this not enough? Sign up for a tuition-free optional internship, gain hands-on work experience in a local organization and create a truly rich learning experience.

Unique Experiences

SATISFY YOUR CURIOSITY

with a guest lecture series featuring local artists, filmmakers, political figures, and philosophers discussing contemporary, issues, art, and media topics.

TAKE CLASSES

at the Charles University Institute of Communication Studies and Journalism, and/or the Film and Television School of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (FAMU), in addition to media classes at CIEE Prague.

PUT YOUR SKILLS

and knowledge to work with a three-credit internship placement and earn 7 to 10 hours of experience per week.

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Excursions & Activities

  • Go behind the scenes at radio stations and media companies to see communications and journalism in action.
  • Travel overnight to explore Czech media and culture beyond Prague.
  • Participate in excursions, and weekly cultural and social activities to immerse yourself in Czech culture, and get to know other students.
  • Explore Prague Castle, Old Town, historic halls of Charles University, the theater, and opera.
  • Join a language exchange program.
  • Meet a Czech family.
  • Live in Prague like a Czech student, with a Czech flat buddy to show you around and explain local customs.
  • Volunteer at a children’s home or school, or put your communication skills to work on CIEE blogs.

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Excursions and/or Study Tours
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

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Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel insurance included

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