Program Details
| Program Length | Start | End | Gateway | Age on Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | AUG 18-21 | JUL 3-6 |
New York/ Washington, D.C. | 15-18.6 |
| Semester | AUG 18-21 | JAN 31- FEB 1 | New York/ Washington, D.C. | 15-18.6 |
Age Explanation: Age on Departure reflect both the years and month(s) of the age of the applicant at the start of the program. For example, if the age is listed as 16.1 the applicant should be 16 years and 1 month at departure. For a more detailed look at age ranges see Programs-at-a-Glance.
Czech Republic Details
The people of the Czech Republic — are among some of the most open-minded in central Europe. Their capital city, Prague, is world-renowned for its support of contemporary artists and the bohemian lifestyle. Outside of Prague is a wonderful countryside full of farms, forests, ponds, fairy-tale villages, and rustic hills sheltering castles.
When you arrive, AFS Czech Republic provides a two-day orientation on Czech culture, family, school, and friends. Then you’ll get to meet your host family. It’s important to note that for some families—especially in villages or small towns—it’s common for members of the extended family to live at home, such as grandparents. This can give you the opportunity to interact with more people, as well as the chance to discover local tastes with grandma’s cooking. You’ll find plenty of things to do, like hiking, skiing, bicycling, visiting historic sites, attending the theater, and participating in cultural events. After your first four weeks, there will be another orientation where you’ll share your experience so far a four-day orientation on the culture shock and getting more detail about your experience so far—and learn how to barbecue Czech style!
Year and Semester
Most students are placed in competitive schools and take courses in German, English, history, physics, chemistry, biology, and math. Your school will try to adjust your schedule so courses are not too dependent on the Czech language, but don’t worry—you’ll learn to speak it sooner than you think. AFS Volunteers organize instruction in the Czech language once a week, and you can get more at an additional cost. Although you won’t be taught in English, your school will try to adjust your schedule so courses are not too dependent on the Czech language. Additional instruction in the Czech language is available at an additional cost. Spending time with your new friends will also help you learn the language, and there are plenty of activities, like sports, drama, or community and youth organization events. View PDF Brochure for Czech Republic School Programs.
