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Geography FSP Prague

Prague, Czech Republic

Program At a Glance

Terms Offered

Spring

Language

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Czech

Classes In

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English

Lodging

Flat/Apartment

Department

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Geography

THIS PROGRAM IS OFFERED ONCE EVERY TWO YEARS

 

 

ABOUT THIS PROGRAM

Since 1994 the Department of Geography at Dartmouth has collaborated with faculty at Charles University to offer a foreign study program in Prague. Our program focuses not on bringing Dartmouth to another country, but on immersing Dartmouth students in the academics, culture, and environment of the Czech Republic.

Students explore a range of topics in geography, including demographics, public health, urban planning, migration, politics, economics, and human-nature interactions, within the context of place that has undergone a radical transformation from a satellite state of the Soviet Union to a  member of the European Union and NATO, and from a communist economy to a thriving capitalist one. Our program provides students with the tools to understand these economic, social, and spatial transformations.
 

 

THE STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE

  • Vltava River

    Prague (2025) - Photo courtesy of Geography faculty.

  • Český Krumlov

    Český Krumlov (2025) - Photo courtesy of Geography faculty.

  • Prague Farewell Dinner

    Prague FSP Farewell Dinner (2025) - Photo courtesy of Geography faculty.

  • Queer Prague Tour

    Queer Prague Tour (2025) - Photo courtesy of Geography faculty.

  • Prague Tour

    Prague Tour (2023) - Photo courtesy of Geography faculty.

ACADEMIC PROGRAM

STUDENT LIFE

Prague has re-emerged as the cosmopolitan hub of Central Europe, offering rich historical sites and stunning architecture combined with a vibrant cultural scene that includes exceptional museums, theaters, food, and nightlife. Prague is a walkable city with a reliable and efficient public transit system, with regional trains providing access to the diverse landscapes and outdoor recreational opportunities surrounding the city.

The Czech Republic is situated in the heart of Europe, only a few hours away by train from other notable cities including Vienna, Warsaw, Berlin, and Budapest; and a short flight to France, Italy, Switzerland, and Croatia.

Students live in shared apartments with a kitchen and laundry that are centrally located in Prague and close to amenities. Students will attend classes at Charles University, which is both one of oldest universities in the world and a top-ranked university in Europe. Beyond coursework, students will have the opportunity to participate in social and cultural activities with Czech students.

  • Students live in apartment-style housing with shared bedrooms and bathrooms
  • Students regularly use public transportation to commute between their apartments and class
  • Meal plans are not included in this program; students primarily cook for themselves
  • Students participate in a number of excursions in Prague and the Czech Republic, including at least one overnight trip
  • Students are taught by both Charles University faculty and the program director

For more information, please see the department website.

 

Student Voices

"I really liked going out to excursions because I'd never have seen these places otherwise, e.g. the open-cast mine, etc. This by far my favorite course this term because it fully made sense in the context of the host location--it's the only one of the three that I couldn't have gotten even a remotely similar experience anywhere else" - Spring 2019.

Student Voices

"My most memorable-academic experience was the cultural adaptations lecture because I was able to recognize some of the challenges I was facing when I started the program" - Spring 2018.

Student Voices

"The excursions really put what we learned in lectures onto physical spaces which helped me understand more" - Spring 2018.

Student Voices

"The Charles University students and faculty were incredibly supportive and provided insightful recommendations for local activities/festivals" - Spring 2025.

Student Voices

"I had a wonderful experience on this study abroad.  I found the classes and excursions to be extremely engaging and enriching.  Prague wa a lovely city to live in and explore for ten weeks" - Spring 2025.

Student Voices

"This program is amazingly well-organized, there is a fabulous connection with Charles University, and the professors and Czech students are so kind and friendly. It's been an amazing opportunity to experience Prague and understand the workings of Czechia as related to its rich and complex history" - Spring 2025

Student Voices

"This could be one of the best programs at Dartmouth!  Our longstanding relationship with the Charles University faculty makes the learning experience truly smooth and unforgettable.  The faculty directors are familiar with the excursions and locations, and they are very accommodating and knowledgeable.  Prague is the perfect location for a study abroad as well as very accessible public transport and great, affordable food" - Spring 2025.

 

 

Student Voices

"The best part of the program was the excursions.  They were an invaluable part of the experience.  They allowed us to take what we learned in class and apply it to the physical environment" - Spring 2025.

Student Voices

"Going to excursions in parts of Czechia outside of Prague was really memorable.  I wouldn't imagine finding myself in a coal mine in Northern Moravia at the Czech-Polish border otherwise" - Spring 2025.

Student Voices

"This study abroad was fantastic! The relationship between Dartmouth and Charles University is so special and I genuinely learned so much through this program-this has been my favorite term at Dartmouth by far! I wish this program could be offered yearly- there is an incredibly high demand for this program and many students don't discover their passion for geography until it is too late to apply for the every-two-years program (27s and 29s who didn't take a geography class within their first two terms at Dartmouth wouldn't be able to apply and do this term unless it was their Senior spring, which is very uncommon-because geography is a smaller department and not an immediately obvious discipline of interest, it's hard to expect students to immediately discover their interest and passion for the department so quickly, and I have many friends who are very sad they didn't know about Geography and this program sooner).  If there was any program that should get more funding for a yearly program, this one deserves it!" - Spring 2025.

Tuition and Fees

The fees charged by the College for a Dartmouth-sponsored off-campus term of study include regular tuition charges for a term at Dartmouth, service fees, as well as the specific costs established for each off-campus study locale. In many programs, the room and board costs tend to be higher than for a term in Hanover. You can view a budget sheet for each program by clicking on the appropriate term under "Financing Your Program". The cost of transportation to and from the site is the responsibility of the student.

 

Financial Aid

In order that all qualified Dartmouth undergraduate students may have the opportunity to take part in off-campus programs, the College endeavors to adjust its normal financial aid awards for students already receiving aid. Tuition and expected family contribution for Dartmouth's off-campus programs are the same as for an on-campus term.

All costs, including airfare and spending money, are considered when determining the cost of an off-campus program. Any costs more than a typical term in Hanover are met with additional Dartmouth Scholarship Funds.  If you have a work expectation for the term, this will be replaced by scholarship funding for programs that span the entire term.

Students are responsible for purchasing their own plane tickets and, in many cases, meals. Often, families find that they owe less for billable items for study away terms but will instead use more of their expected family contribution towards indirect costs such as the flight and meals. For help sorting out who pays what and how, contacting the Financial Aid office is often advisable.  

 

Financing your program | Financial Aid | Scholarships | Budgeting & Costs

 

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