Study Abroad

June 23 - July 7, 2013

Study in Prague with Towson University in Summer 2013. This 2-week program will introduce students to the key environmental, cultural, and historical processes that have helped form the modern  Czech Republic.

More than 20 years after the fall of communism, Prague - the largest city and capital of the Czech Republic - is now one of Europe's most popular tourist destinations. Centrally located between east and west, the city offers students a unique opportunity to experience first-hand the more sustainable practices found in traditional European urban areas and also the environmental legacy of policies under a communist regime. Participants will explore contemporary environmental issues in the Czech Republic through field observation, visits to related sites, and guest lectures from local experts.

Program highlights include visits to Charles University, the Czech University of Life Sciences, Zihle Agricultural Farm, and Kutna Hora, and cultural excursions to the Prague Zoo and Botanic Gardens, Prague Castle, the Czech Museum of Music, Vyshehrad Castle, and St. Vitus Cathedral.

Program Directors: Dr. Natalia Fath - Towson University Dept. of Geography and Environmental Planning

Course: GEOG 410: Environmental Geography (3 credits) or GEOG 494: Travel Studies (3 credits). TU students may receive Honors credit for their study abroad experience.

• Honors College credit

Cost: * $2,790 includes academic credit, housing, health insurance, excursions, metro/bus pass, and a welcome and farewell dinner. Additional costs include $150 study abroad fee, international airfare (approx. $1,300), any meals not included, and personal expenses.

Note: International airfare is not included in the program cost. Students will be responsible for making their own travel arrangements to the program location to arrive by the designated date and time. The Study Abroad Office will identify an optional flight which participants may purchase independently if desired.

*The Towson University Study Abroad Office reserves the right to make any necessary changes including adjustments in cost in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise.

• Estimated costs
• Scholarships

Eligibility: Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5, a high school diploma or equivalent experience, and be at least 18 years old. Prerequisites: GEOG 101 or consent of instructor.

Application Process: Fill out the application and submit it to the TU Study Abroad Office. $250 deposit is required at time of application. Non-TU students must also submit a completed Non-Degree Enrollment Application.

• Application (PDF)
• Non-Degree Enrollment Application (PDF) (Non-TU students only)

Application Deadline: MARCH 15, 2013. Admission is on a rolling basis. Early application is advised as space is limited.

For further information: Contact Dr. Natalia Fath - Towson University Dept. of Geography and Environmental Planning, 410-704-2971 or the TU Study Abroad Office.

Study Abroad Office
Administration Building, 2nd Floor
Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Phone: 410-704-2451

Fax: 410-704-4703
Email: studyabroad@towson.edu