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  • Locations: Prague, Czech Republic
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: AIFS 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year U of A Application Deadline U of A Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2025 11/01/2024 ** Rolling Admission 02/12/2025 05/17/2025
Fall 2025 04/01/2025 ** Rolling Admission 09/10/2025 12/13/2025
Academic Year 2025-2026 04/01/2025 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** 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.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Study Abroad Advisor: Bumpers College: Miranda Behrends, College of Architecture & Design: Brian Poepsel, College of Education & Health Professions: Miranda Behrends, College of Engineering: Madison Barnes, Fulbright College: Katie Sabo, Walton College: Kat Stoddard Type of Program: External
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 2.5 Credit Hours Available: Between 12-18 Credit Hours
Area of Study: Business (Economics), Business (Entrepreneurship), Business (Finance), Business (General), Business (International), Business (Management), Business (Mktg & Logistics), European Studies, History, Humanities, International Relations, Other Language, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology Program Duration: Academic Year, Semester, Varies
Credit Type: Transfer Credit Language of Instruction: English
Open to non-U of A students?: No Click here for a definition of this term Automatic Discounts: $200/summer, $400/semester
Housing Options: Dorm COVID-19 Vaccination: Vendor strongly recommends (AIFS/GE); https://studyabroad.uark.edu/pandemic-studyabroad/
Program Description:
 

Czech Republic: University of Economics (VŠE)

Spend a semester or academic year in the charming, cosmopolitan city of Prague, Czech Republic, with AIFS Abroad! Choose from a range of course options at the University of Economics, an internationally renowned business school with EQUIS accreditation. Home to almost 20,000 students, the campus is located in the center of Prague within walking distance of many historical sites and enchanting cafés.

 Semester/Term Eligibility Requirements Rec. Semester Credits
 Fall, Spring or
Academic Year
 Open to Sophomore, Junior, Senior Minimum of 2.5 GPA  Up to 12


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Where You'll Study

The University of Economics, Prague (VŠE) is the largest public university of economics in the Czech Republic. Currently, almost 20,000 students attend. It is considered one of the best business schools in Central and Eastern Europe. The Faculty of Business Administration has EQUIS accreditation. VŠE provides its students with a high-quality study environment. The university library provides more than 430,000 books, 330 journals and access to numerous electronic databases. Students may use hundreds of computer stations on campus, a wireless network, or the modern Integrated Study Information System.

What Makes AIFS Abroad different?

Career Readiness

Professional development is at the foundation of our preparation for participants' time abroad. We utilize the CliftonStrengths assessment as a tool to help all participants understand themselves better, provide a vocabulary around their natural talents, and deepen the impact of their experience abroad.

Access, Inclusion, Diversity, & Equity (AIDE)

As an organization we are committed to ensuring all identities are able to thrive in an inclusive global educational environment. Everyone has a complex identity, and the different aspects of your identity are important when deciding on a program and location. Review our Social Identity Pages to assist you when selecting a program that best fits your interests and needs.
AIDE General Social Identity Resources

Sustainability

We are the first education abroad provider to sign on with the
Climate Action Network for International Educators (CANIE).
Focused on making education abroad carbon neutral, we include
carbon offsets for all participants' return flights, environmental
education connecting students on the ground to environmental
projects, and make our own business practices more
sustainable.

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

  • Tuition
  • Pre-departure advising
  • Housing
  • Onsite Resident Director
  • Cultural & Social
    Activities
  • Excursions & day trips
    24/7 Emergency
    Support
  • Comprehensive
    insurance
  • Carbon offsets
  • and more

EXCURSIONS COULD INCLUDE

  • Moravia
  • Kraków and Auschwitz-Birkenau (Add on)
  • Bohemian Switzerland National Park (Add on)
  • and more.

ADDITIONAL OPTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • Group flight package
  • Airport transfer
  • Additional excursions

SCHOLARSHIPS & GRANTS

AIFS funding, combined with other sources of financial support students can access, will help make international education goals attainable. Find out more about what we have to offer.

Learn more about funding