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No! While Czech is the national language, Prague is a very cosmopolitan city and English is spoken almost everywhere in the Czech Republic, making it fairly easy to get around. However, students enrolled in the Classic Fall and Spring programs will take a one-week immersive language course covering basic Czech, including popular phrases and keywords. For more in-depth coverage, we recommend using language apps such as Duolingo or Babble or a pocket-size phrasebook to keep on hand.

NC State Prague offers various classes to meet students’ academic needs. Students will take a full course load from our course portfolio during the selected program. Many courses fulfill NC State’s GEP requirements and are NC State credits. We encourage students to meet with their academic advisors before application submission to ensure all courses taken in Prague will fulfill degree requirements.

While there are no meal plans or dining halls on-site, you can use the kitchen in the residences and the NC State Center kitchen to prepare your own meals. Alternatively, you can visit partner university dining halls or take advantage of cheaper lunch options in the city center.

The Center cannot be more centrally located – you can see the famous Astronomical Clock at the Old Town Square from the classroom windows! Nevertheless, the Center offers a quiet, peaceful study environment and a beautiful inner courtyard away from crowds.

The student residences are conveniently located within a 20-minute commute by public transportation. A transport pass will be provided for the entire program duration. Additionally, Prague is a walkable city, and it would take approximately 30 minutes to walk to the Center.

The cost of your trip to Prague will vary depending on your plans. Still, overall, it is considered a budget-friendly destination. Based on previous experiences, a budget of around $1500 should be enough if you plan on participating in the Global Leadership Minor program. In that case, it is recommended to budget $2000 as the program includes visits to more expensive countries.

Plan to pay for your meals, groceries, leisure activities, and laundry. The program fee covers accommodation, public transport passes, welcome and end-of-program meals, and overnight trips. In general, you don’t need to buy any textbooks or class materials. You can purchase art supplies in Prague.

GeoBlue insurance covers all students for both injury and illness. Our staff is available to help you schedule doctor’s appointments and provide assistance in case of emergencies. If you require specific medication, please ensure you bring an adequate supply. Please note that US prescriptions cannot be filled in Prague. Still, a Czech doctor can provide you with an equivalent medication prescription, which you can fill at the local pharmacy.

You can easily buy what you need in Prague, but bring a plug adapter—pack layers for mild, fluctuating weather. Winters can be cold, with little sun. Summers are sunny with an average high of 75°F, but nights can still be cool. Oct-Mar can bring foggy, cold days due to temperature inversions. We will provide packing tips as we get closer to the program’s start.

All accepted students will receive a housing form where they can specify their preferences for roommates, room type, and single or double occupancy. The program includes a standard double room, but students can pay an extra fee for a single room.