Short-term Programs

Transform your summer or winter break

For a few weeks, you can enroll in short programs relating to your major, while joining a vibrant international community, building connections and friendships that span the world.

Join us in Prague for an unforgettable adventure

Set out on a journey of discovery and growth in one of Europe’s most captivating cities. During your stay, you’ll create lasting memories and gain valuable insights.

TermStart*End*CostsNomination and application deadline
Winter12/29/202401/15/2025$2,500late November 2024
Summer05/21/202506/28/2025$3,30004/18/2025
* Including arrival and departure dates
  • A cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 with at least 1 completed semester of college.
  • If your GPA is lower, contact your home university coordinator for further details.

  • Required application documents:
    • A motivation letter (written in English – max. 400 words)
    • Name of high school and your graduation year
    • Official University Transcript
    • Letter from your home University confirming English language ability (waived for native speakers of English) or English language certificate (for further details https://www.unyp.cz/admissions-requirements/)
    • Copy of ID or passport (plus digital passport photo)
      • Your passport must be valid for at least the duration of the program +3 months.

Included in the Short-term Program fee:

  • Tuition
    • 3 US credits for Winter/ Summer programs (1 course)
  • Housing
  • Health Insurance
  • Visa Support (US citizens do not need visa for up to 90 days stay)
  • Airport Pick Up and Transport to Housing
  • On-Site Orientation
  • Transportation Pass
  • Student Benefits Program
  • Mailing of your Final Transcripts (after the end of your stay with UNYP)

After being Accepted to Short term programs at UNYP you will need to follow with these steps:

  1. Review and sign Study Abroad contract
  2. Complete the Study Abroad program deposit ($500)
    • Deposit can be made through UNYP’s online payment portal (https://application.unyp.cz/online-payment)
    • You will need to attach your UNYP Student ID number to your deposit payment.  You can find your UNYP Student ID number on your Study Abroad Contract in the top right corner of the first page.
  3. Submit the Course Selection form to UNYP
    • Be sure that your home university has approved each of the courses that you list on the Course Selection sheet.  This will ensure that the courses you enroll in at UNYP will transfer back towards your degree at your home university. For more information see section «Courses».
  4. Provide UNYP with your preferred mailing address (cge@unyp.cz)
    • UNYP must ship to you some documents for your visa application.  The address that you provide to UNYP as your preferred mailing address is the address where we will send your visa documents.
  5. Provide UNYP with a passport-style photo of yourself (cge@unyp.cz)
  6. Prepare the necessary visa documents (see your Czech Embassy’s website for full details on properly submitting these documents) IF YOU ARE NON-EU CITIZEN.
    • Application Form 
    • Passport – style photo (3.5cm x 4.5cm)
    • Passport
    • Proof of Funds
    • Criminal History Form
      • US citizens can submit affidavit instead
    • Visa application fee
    • Postage fees (for US citizens only)
    • Proof of Acceptance (UNYP SENDS THIS TO YOU BY MAIL)
    • Proof of Accommodation (UNYP SENDS THIS TO YOU BY MAIL)
    • Proof of Insurance (UNYP SENDS THIS TO YOU BY MAIL)
    • Consent of parent/legal guardian in case applicant is underage
  7. Complete 25% Program Payment (one month before the program)
  8. Obtain UNYP Login Credentials for: Email, E-Learning, E-GNOMON
  9. Join UNYP Visiting Students Facebook Group and WhatsApp chat
  10. Send to UNYP your flight details for arrival and departure (cge@unyp.cz)
  11. Inform UNYP once visa approved – if applicable (cge@unyp.cz)
  12. Complete 75% Program Payment (one week before the program)
  13. Arrive in Prague on Arrival Day
  14. Check in to Orientation Day at UNYP
  • Students are required to take 1 course 3 US Credits*
  • Once you submit your Study abroad application, UNYP Student Mobility Academic Manager will contact you, and send you a link to our current course list and guide you throughout the course registration process.
  • Course selection form
  • The course list here serves only for informative purposes, the up-to-date course list will be sent to you by email.

*If you wish to take two courses, please let the UNYP CGE office know as you will be charged an additional fee for an extra course.

The UNYP study abroad program includes accommodation at one of the three following Student residences. Students will be placed into housing by UNYP, placements will be made according to availability of rooms. All these residences are in a close proximity of UNYP. The rooms are well equipped and have a free Wi-Fi. They also provide students with great additional facilities.

Belgicka Apartments 

Belgicka Apartments is located only 100 meters from UNYP’s main campus. It offers double rooms in renovated student apartments. Each apartment has its own bathroom and kitchen.

Student House Botic

Student House Botic is located only 8 minutes away from UNYP by tram. It offers double rooms with bathroom. Kitchen is located on every floor, but each room has its own fridge and kettle.
 

ZEITRAUM Student Housing

This provider offers dormitory style student housing that is easily accessible by public transportation. The housing is located in nice residential area of the city.

Contact

Email the Center for Global Engagement at cge@unyp.cz with any questions about studying abroad in Prague, and to apply.

You can also call us on +420 224 221 261 on Mondays through Fridays from 9 am to 6 pm, Central European Time (usually 6 hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time in the U.S.)

UNYP Chronicle Newsletter

The e-mail address you provide will be used only to send you the newsletter. Your privacy is important to us.


UNYP logo

Contacts

University of New York in Prague
Londýnská 41, 120 00 Praha


ID no: 25676598
Phone: +420 224 221 261   Skype
Email: unyp@unyp.cz

Back to top