USC Fall Semester in Prague

Prior to the start of your USC studies in January, you are invited to participate in the USC Fall Semester in Prague program, a partnership between USC and Anglo-American University in Prague. This program is designed to offer you the opportunity to spend the fall semester abroad at AAU, earning credits that will transfer directly to USC. You will gain both international experience and the chance to get a jump-start on your path to USC. 

Experiencing life in another country fosters a profound appreciation for cultural diversity, enhances adaptability, and encourages openness to new ideas. These qualities are highly valued by employers, organizations, and academic institutions, setting you apart from your peers in both personal and professional endeavors.

Embarking on your first university semester in Prague is a shared experience among many at Anglo-American University (AAU). Our diverse student body includes a significant number of first-year students from the United States and over 80 other countries, fostering a unique and enriching environment.

While AAU provides you with the freedom to grow intellectually and personally in a different culture, you will be surrounded by familiar American academic structures and student services and a caring group of faculty and staff. 

During the Fall Semester at AAU, you may choose from an array of courses across a wide range of subjects. Your AAU courses fulfill USC requirements; thus, enabling credit transfer when you continue at USC beginning in the Spring. Most AAU classes are 3 credit courses. A normal semester load consists of 5 courses; thus, earning you15 credits for the Fall Semester. 

In the USC Fall Semester in Prague program, you have the unique opportunity to choose from courses that incorporate Czech and European culture into the curriculum across an already wide range of disciplines such as international relations, political science, business, art history, and social sciences for example. In addition, you may choose to build your Czech language skills or choose among other languages offered at AAU. 

The USC Fall Semester in Prague program offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in Czech culture while benefiting from American educational methodologies. Anglo-American University (AAU) is located in the historic Thurn-Taxis Palace in Prague’s Malá Strana district, near landmarks like Prague Castle and Charles Bridge. Prague, recognized as a top student city, offers affordable dining, vibrant entertainment, and rich cultural experiences. Its central European location also makes it an excellent base for travel.

AAU offers students the opportunity to live together with their classmates from different countries and cultures. AAU’s housing is 20 minutes away from AAU campus located in the Holešovice district which is a lively area full of shopping opportunities, parks, and restaurants. According to The Guardian,  Holešovice has been named one of the top 10 coolest neighborhoods in Europe. The building has 24/7 security, WiFi, fully equipped kitchens, bed linen, and laundry. Students may choose to live in single or double rooms and have full access to common spaces and amenities.  

Detailed information about AAU Student Housing can be found here.  

As a full-time visiting student at Anglo-American University, you will be paying AAU tuition and fees.

Anglo-American University (AAU) provides support to students through the visa application process. The university supplies all necessary documents to secure a student visa, which permits you to reside in the Czech Republic for the duration of your program and travel within the Schengen Area.

To ensure timely preparation and delivery of the necessary documents for your visa appointment, we encourage you to apply for the program, secure housing, and complete all payments as early as possible. For the Fall 2025 semester, it’s advisable to schedule your visa appointment no later than June 15, 2025, at the appropriate consulate. Please note that European Union citizens do not require a visa to study and reside in the Czech Republic.

Once you decide to participate in the Fall Semester in Prague program as a full-time visiting student, you can apply by filling in the  online application form. When applying for the USC Fall Semester in Prague program, please ensure you designate USC as your “Home University” in your application. This authorization allows USC to share your admission documents with AAU, facilitating a seamless enrollment process.

Studying abroad is a new experience for most students. Therefore, we provide resources to make the journey as easy as possible:

During your stay you will benefit from a centrally located campus and vibrant student life full of events. You will be able to participate in a range of student clubs, engage with the Student Council, contribute to AAU’s  student magazine – the Lennon Wall or student radio – Sound Bricks .

All USC Fall Semester in Prague program students are entitled to the following benefits at no additional cost: