Study Abroad in Czech Republic

Brief about Czechia
Geographical location: CENTRAL EUROPE
Neighborhood countries: GERMANY, POLAND, SLOVAKIA, AUSTRIA
Total population: 10.65 MILLION (2019)
Capital: PRAGUE (PRAHA)
Religion: 40% (Atheist), 39% (Catholic), 5%(Protestant) and others.
Currency: CZK
Season : Spring/Summer/Fall/Winter (15'C/25'C/13'C/-7'C)
Why Study in CZECHIA?
Affordable Cost of Living and quality of life
Quality Education
Varieties of English Programs to choose (625+ programs)
Affordable cost of study
World happiest countries ranking: 18
World safest countries ranking: 17
The vibrant and colorful natural environment
International student community
Type of University
Public University
Private University
Charles University in Prague
Masaryk University
Palacky University Olomouc
The University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice
Brno University of Technology
Czech Technical University in Prague
Czech University of Life Sciences Prague
University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague
University of Ostrava
Prague University of Economics and Business
VSB - Technical University of Ostrava
Anglo-American University
Architectural Institute in Prague
ART & DESIGN INSTITUTE
University College of International and Public Relations Prague
University of Creative Communication
University of Economics and Management
University of Finance and Administration
The University of New York in Prague
Prague College of Psychosocial Studies
College of Entrepreneurship and Law


You can check more on https://portal.studyin.cz/en/find-your-institution/

Cost of Study
Costs are different from program to program. So, please check on the site of the program you plan to apply to.

Bachelor
Duration: 3~4 years
Cost: Est 800~7000 euro per year

Master
Duration: 2 yrs
Cost: Est 800~7000 euro per year

Ph.D
Duration: 3~4 years
Cost: Est 800~7000 euro per year

Study Areas
Agriculture & Veterinary, Medicine
Economy & Management
Language & International Students
Natural sciences
Art & cult
Education & sports
Law & Public Administration
MBA courses
Computer Science & Technology
Humanities & Social Sciences
Medicine & Health
Distance learning
Academic Year
Autumn semester: Sep~Jan
Summer semester: Feb~June

The application deadline is usually around the time of April or May.

General Requirement for admission
A scan of your diploma (high school or Bachelor’s degree)
A transcript/record of your previous courses
A scan of your passport and/or birth certificate
Resume/CV
Letters of recommendation (between 2-3)
Motivation letter
English-language tests: IELTS (5.5 ~7), TOFEL (iBT-60~100) (depend on the program)
Entrance Exams (depend on the program)
Portfolio and/or writing samples (depend on the program)
Application is required to submit through the university's online portal.

Cost of Living

Accommodation
Student Dormitory
Shared room - 150 EURO per month
Single room - 220 EURO per month
Private room in shared apartment - 300 EURO per month
Studio apartment - 450~550 EURO per month
Note: The price range differs depending on the cities.
Transportation
150 EURO per year
(ISIC discount 70% - 55 EURO)
Online purchase:
https://www.pidlitacka.cz/home
https://www.dpp.cz/en/fares/fare-pricelist#1-1
Grocery
Mostly cost - 100 EURO
Supermarket - Tesco, Kaufland, Billa, Albert, LIDL,etc.
Online grocery delivery - https://www.rohlik.cz/vitejte
https://nakup.itesco.cz/groceries/en-GB/
Entertainment
Cinema ticket - 8~14 Euro
Fitness
Dormitory gym- 10 EURO
Private gym - avg 40 EURO

Note: Overall monthly expense - max 500 EURO
Visa Application process

Step-1: Super legalize the documents
Pay the tax for the local educational certificates at the Hlatha taxation office
Super legalize the documents at the Ministry of Foreign Affair
Notarize the document at the Czech Embassy.
Step-2: Collect all the required documents
Application form
letter of acceptance for studies
a valid passport and passport photos
proof of financial resources for the stay
Confirmation of guaranteed accommodation
Valid international health insurance (PVZP - 600~1000 EURO per yr, Check - https://www.vzpforforeigners.cz/)
Super legalized criminal clearance report
High School Diploma / Bachelor certificate notary (optional)
Step-3: Apply VISA in Bangkok
Application accepted date: Tuesday & Thursday
Duration to get approval: 60 days
Quarantine: Cost for two weeks quarantine - 400 USD (Check -https://asq.locanation.com/hotel.html)
No need to quarantine if you are fully vaccinated but have to show a Certificate of Entry (COE), which is required to apply online one or two weeks ahead. (Check - https://www.thaiembassy.com/travel-to-thailand/thailand-travel-restrictions)

Arrival & Entry formalities

Register at the Czech foreign office (Student Visa Office)
It is required to register after three days of arrival.

Scholarship
Government Scholarship (Competitive and you would need to research about it)
Development Scholarship (Some university offer the scholarship for the students coming from developing countries. So, please check your University website.)
Merit Scholarship (Depend on the University)
Erasmus+ exchange program scholarship
Apply Buddy program- Broaddy
https://cuni.broaddy.com/register/international
S/he will help you with dormitory enrollment, Airport pickup, and local assistance for instance; opening a bank account, getting a sim card, etc.

Useful site for more info:
https://www.studyin.cz/
https://www.dpp.cz/en/fares/fare-pricelist#1-1
https://cuni.broaddy.com/register/international