Financing your studies in the Czech Republic: General overview and country-specific information

The Czech Republic has the oldest University in central Europe, the Charles University in Prague, founded in 1348. Prague in particular has a long tradition of academic excellence in teaching and research, particularly in Engineering, the Sciences and Medicine. With a unique central-European lifestyle, culture and a rich history, the Republic is an attractive choice for international students.

With living costs being some of the lowest in Europe, the Czech Republic attracts a lot of students from around the globe. Additionally, the Czech universities charge no tuition fees except from few cases, but on the other hand, public support is also low. So, students who want to study in Czech Republic should think carefully about how to finance their studies.

Only one in eight secondary school graduates with good grades apply for scholarships. This is because many have misconceptions about getting funding. Here are some of the common misconceptions.