Spring Classic Program 2026
About the Program
The Spring Classic is a semester-long study abroad program in which students take at least 12 NC State credits. It includes an immersive survival language course, multiple cultural activities, and in- and out-of-country excursions.
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Application Dates
| Application Opening | April 15, 2025 |
| Application Deadline | September 15, 2025 |
| Scholarship Application Deadline | September 15, 2025 |
For more details on How to Apply?
Overview
Program Dates: January 7 – April 25, 2026
| January 7 | Arrival Day | |
| January 8-9 | Mandatory On-site Orientation | |
| January 12-15 | Mandatory Survival Czech Language Course, taught by Charles University | |
| January 16-17 | Excursion to Český Krumlov | |
| January 19 | First Day of Classes | |
| TBA | Out-of-country Excursion | |
| March 16-20 | Spring Break (no classes) | |
| April 3-6 | Easter Break | |
| April 20-21 | Last Day of Classes | |
| April 22-23 | Final Exams | |
| April 24 | Check out | |
| April 25 | Departure Day |
Eligibility
- GPA Requirements: minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
- Be in good standing with the Office of Student Conduct
- Meet the minimum eligibility policy set forth by the NC State Study Abroad Office
Courses
Students enroll in at least twelve credit hours from the course options below. Each course will be offered contingent upon meeting minimum enrollment.
The program utilizes the historical city by visiting numerous museums, national monuments, cultural landmarks, and other significant venues to engage students in their coursework, providing first-hand experiences that inform critical and creative thinking.
List of Courses
Program Cost
- Admin Fee: $450 ($75 non-refundable set-up fee and $375 study abroad fee)
- Program Cost: $11,400
- TOTAL: $11,850
Included
- Tuition
- Registration
- International health insurance
- Housing
- Transportation pass
- International Student Identity Card (ISIC)
- on-site emergency assistance 24/7
- Airport pickup
- Orientation activities and materials
- Welcome and farewell dinners
- A-week-long survival Czech course
- 3-day in-country excursion
- 4-day out-of-country excursion
- Cultural activities
- Field trips
- Student support services
- On-site Staff and administrative costs
Not Included
- International airfare (Students are responsible for booking their flights as NC State Prague does not arrange group flights)
- Meals
- Personal expenses
- Textbooks and studio materials
- Passport fee
- Visa fees
For more details on the Program Costs and Funding.
Prague is a top city for students.
It is ranked among the top 10 best cities in the world for students.
Excursions, Cultural Activities and Field trips
The NC State European Center believes “the world becomes your classroom,” namely the Czech Republic and Prague. Local instructors take students to relevant locations for hands-on learning. Students have visited the Museum of Communism, the Center for Contemporary Art, and the Pilsner Urquell Brewery, among many others. The included excursion to South Bohemia is also a memorable highlight of the program. Additionally, students can choose from many optional cultural and sporting activities during the program, such as opera, bowling, visiting a medieval castle, and trekking.
Included in the program cost
Field trips tailored to the courses
Explore the Czech Republic!
Housing
The NC State European Center in Prague provides housing for all program participants.
In addition, several Czech student housing assistants (“dorm mates”) also reside in the buildings, providing on-site support and local connections. The program fee includes a standard double room; however, students can request single rooms for an additional cost. Accepted students will also have the option to indicate housing preferences such as roommates, single versus double, and dormitory locations.
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