Anglo-american university
Exchange Program
Program Description
Whether you are visiting us for the first time online or in-person, you can rest assured you are in the right place. You are in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, which ranked the 7th most attractive city for students in the world in 2022. It was also the 7th most friendly city in the world in 2021 and we believe it to be true of this wonderful city.Ìý
Anglo-American University is proud to be in Prague and part of such a grand history! AAU provides a modern education based on the Anglo-American traditional teaching meaning a focus on teaching in small, dynamic groups, facilitating real-world experiences with seminars, internships, and project-based education to identify and satisfy individual learning needs.
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| Term | Nomination DeadlineÌý | Application Deadline |
| Fall, Spring, or Academic Year | March 15 for Fall; September 30 for Spring | March 31 for Fall; October 30 for Spring |
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| Open to | Any academic discipline |
| Language of Instruction | English |
| Level of Study | Undergraduate |
| Credit Offered | FAU credits |
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ACADEMICS:
Anglo-American University offers curriculum across multiple disciplines. Students can view AAU course offerings here .Ìý
Please note that course offerings are subject to change based on term and year. Education Abroad cannot guarantee that the courses shown will be available for the term/year you study abroad.Ìý
Students participating on an exchange program will be taking courses at the host university. Students need to work with Education Abroad and their academic advisor to see if courses abroad are equivalent to FAU courses and how those FAU equivalencies are degree applicable. Education Abroad has created a blanket equivalency database for courses offered at AAU and their FAU equivalencies .Ìý
Program Eligibility & Requirements
- Must have a 2.5 overall GPA for undergraduate students at the time of application
- Must be in good academic standing at the time of application
- Only open to degree-seeking FAU students
- See Policies & Procedures page for more information
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Education Abroad Advisor:Ìý |
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Brendan Richardson, Associate Director Schedule an appointment: |
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Life at AAU in Prague is exciting and allows students to learn indispensable life skills while immersed in a historically significant environment. You will live in vibrant neighborhoods, shop at local stores, and experience life in one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
AAU is proud to offer students the opportunity to live with classmates from different countries. AAU is partners with Zeitraum Student Housing as our exclusive provider.
Located at U Průhonu 56, in ÌýPrague 7, in a newly refurbished building, Zeitraum offers housing for AAU students and other young professionals in Prague. The building is approximately 25 minutes to the AAU campus by public transport and offers facilities equipped for comfortable student living.Ìý
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Funding opportunitiesÌý
Financial Aid and Scholarship InformationÌý
- Students participating on may use eligible financial aid
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Bright Futures and Å·ÃÀÐÔ°® Prepaid are eligible for an exchange program
- Please reach out to Jolla Molinar, jmolinar@fau.edu, for assistance with financial aid and Bright Futures
- Please reach out to Tuition & Billing Services, webcontroller@fau.edu, for assistance with Å·ÃÀÐÔ°® Prepaid
- Program participants are eligible to apply for the FAU Education Abroad Scholarship amongst other nationally recognized scholarships
- See additional scholarship and funding information here
- Note that financial aid will not be disbursed to your student account until 2-3 weeks after the FAU drop/add period of the semester you are studying abroad
budgetary items
These are EXPENSES to budget for your study abroad program:Ìý
FAU Tuition:Ìý
FAU Tuition Calculator - please use the tuition calculator to determine tuitionÌý
Housing:Ìý
87,000 Czech Krona for a double room or 117,000 Czech Krona for a single room (refundable deposit included in the amount)
Additional expenses to plan for:
- $200 administrative fee due at time of application
- International flight
- Personal spending
- Visa expenses (visa fee and pre-paid postage)
- Czech health insurance
- International health insurance
TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION, HEALTH AND SAFETY
Passport and Travel Documentation
- A valid passport is required for all international travel. You need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. You may be denied boarding if you travel with a passport that appears damaged or altered.
- Review up-to-date details . Routine processing times can take 6-8 weeks, and expedited applications in 2-3 weeks. Processing times does not include the time it takes for shipping. Processing times begin when your application is received by a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for your application to be received by passport agency, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive your completed passport after agency mails it to you. Therefore, you should add an additional 4 weeks to you passport application processing time.
- Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Check the to learn about entry and exit requirements for the country or countries in which you are traveling. Ìý
- If you are applying for a passport for the first time, you need to renew your passport, or you have any other passport questions, you can find information on the website. In addition, several U.S. Embassies and Consulates provide information to assist applicants in collecting the documentation needed. For a list of Embassies, please visit
- Non-U.S. Citizens may need additional travel documentation. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you should research the study abroad program destination and your home country to determine if a visa or additional travel documentation is required.Ìý
International Health Insurance
All FAU students participating on an FAU Faculty-led Program will be registered in international health and travel insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). This mandatory insurance ensures that students have access to medical and emergency support services while abroad. This is included in the program cost. The 2025 Coverage plan will be available in January 2025. Participants can review the current 2024 plan HERE for reference.
Health and Safety Resources to Explore Prior to Traveling Abroad
- U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory – Country Information:
- U.S. Students Abroad:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
- FAU SHS: /shs/
- World Health Organization (WHO):
- LGBTQI+ Travel Information:
- Travelers with Disabilities:
- Women Travelers:
- Travel Safety - Race and Ethnicity:
Mandatory Pre-departure Orientation
All students must attend pre-departure sessions prior to study abroad. Education Abroad will provide you with further details pertaining to dates, times, and virtual linkÌý the semester before your program.Ìý
1) Mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Education Abroad office. This session will cover general international travel related topics such as health, safety, insurance, and travel tips.Ìý