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Study in Czech Republic
The Czech Republic is a leading Central European study destination known for world-class universities, affordable tuition, engineering, medicine, science, and a rich cultural heritage.
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Tuition Fees
Degree programmes taught in Czech at public and state universities are free for students of any nationality. You may still pay an admission fee, and extra fees if you study longer than the standard time. Programmes in English or other languages charge fees that each university sets. Private universities set their own fees.
- Czech-taught programmes (public universities)
- Free for all nationalities
- English or other foreign-language programmes
- Usually €0 – €6,000 per year
- Medicine, arts and some specialised fields
- Usually €8,000 – €25,000 per year
Sources: Study in Czechia (DZS): Scholarships and finances
Last checked October 2026. Rules and amounts change, so confirm with the official source.
Living Costs
The proof of funds is based on the subsistence minimum (CZK 3,130 a month since 2023). You need 15 times this amount for the first month plus twice the amount for each further month. Students can instead use a commitment from a public body or legal entity, or proof that the school covers all costs.
- Visa/permit proof of funds, one semester (6 months)
- CZK 78,250
- Visa/permit proof of funds, one year
- CZK 115,810
Sources: Ministry of the Interior (ipc.gov.cz): Proof of funds for the stay
Last checked October 2026. Rules and amounts change, so confirm with the official source.
Student Jobs
Students in a full-time, university-accredited programme have free access to the labour market. This means you need no separate work permit, only your residence permit. After graduating, you can apply for a permit of up to 9 months to look for work or start a business, and you can work without limits on it.
- During full-time accredited studies
- No work permit needed (free labour-market access)
- Post-study: job-search / business permit
- Up to 9 months, not renewable
Sources: Ministry of the Interior (ipc.gov.cz): Free access to the labour market; Ministry of the Interior (ipc.gov.cz): Permit for seeking employment or starting a business
Last checked October 2026. Rules and amounts change, so confirm with the official source.
Popular Universities in Czech Republic
Charles University
Prague, Czech Republic
Public University
Charles University is internationally recognized for medicine, law, computer science, humanities, natural sciences, and world-class research.
View university details →Czech Technical University in Prague
Prague, Czech Republic
Public Technical University
Czech Technical University in Prague is internationally recognized for engineering, computer science, artificial intelligence, robotics, architecture, and innovation.
View university details →Masaryk University
Brno, Czech Republic
Public University
Masaryk University is internationally recognized for medicine, computer science, business, law, life sciences, and interdisciplinary research.
View university details →Brno University of Technology
Brno, Czech Republic
Public Technical University
Brno University of Technology is internationally recognized for engineering, computer science, architecture, information technology, mechanical engineering, and applied research.
View university details →University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague
Prague, Czech Republic
Public University
The University of Chemistry and Technology, Prague is internationally recognized for chemistry, chemical engineering, biotechnology, food science, environmental science, and scientific research.
View university details →University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice
České Budějovice, Czech Republic
Public University
The University of South Bohemia is internationally recognized for biology, agriculture, fisheries, computer science, education, and environmental research.
View university details →Palacký University Olomouc
Olomouc, Czech Republic
Public University
Palacký University Olomouc is internationally recognized for medicine, law, computer science, education, humanities, and multidisciplinary research.
View university details →University of West Bohemia
Plzeň, Czech Republic
Public University
The University of West Bohemia is internationally recognized for engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, business, law, and innovation.
View university details →Technical University of Liberec
Liberec, Czech Republic
Public Technical University
The Technical University of Liberec is internationally recognized for engineering, computer science, textile engineering, nanotechnology, architecture, and applied research.
View university details →Mendel University in Brno
Brno, Czech Republic
Public University
Mendel University in Brno is internationally recognized for agriculture, forestry, business, computer science, environmental sciences, and sustainability research.
View university details →Tomas Bata University in Zlín
Zlín, Czech Republic
Public University
Tomas Bata University in Zlín is internationally recognized for engineering, computer science, business, design, multimedia, and applied research.
View university details →Czech University of Life Sciences Prague
Prague, Czech Republic
Public University
The Czech University of Life Sciences Prague is internationally recognized for agriculture, forestry, environmental science, economics, computer science, and sustainability research.
View university details →VSB – Technical University of Ostrava
Ostrava, Czech Republic
Public Technical University
VSB – Technical University of Ostrava is internationally recognized for engineering, computer science, artificial intelligence, data science, mining engineering, and innovation.
View university details →University of Pardubice
Pardubice, Czech Republic
Public University
The University of Pardubice is internationally recognized for chemical engineering, transport engineering, computer science, business, health sciences, and applied research.
View university details →Jan Evangelista Purkyně University in Ústí nad Labem
Ústí nad Labem, Czech Republic
Public University
Jan Evangelista Purkyně University is internationally recognized for education, engineering, computer science, natural sciences, arts, and interdisciplinary research.
View university details →Ostrava University
Ostrava, Czech Republic
Public University
Ostrava University is internationally recognized for medicine, computer science, education, natural sciences, social sciences, and interdisciplinary research.
View university details →Silesian University in Opava
Opava, Czech Republic
Public University
Silesian University in Opava is internationally recognized for computer science, mathematics, physics, business, public administration, and applied research.
View university details →University of Hradec Králové
Hradec Králové, Czech Republic
Public University
The University of Hradec Králové is internationally recognized for computer science, information management, education, business, natural sciences, and innovation.
View university details →Metropolitan University Prague
Prague, Czech Republic
Private University
Metropolitan University Prague is internationally recognized for international relations, business, computer science, media studies, political science, and global education.
View university details →Prague University of Economics and Business
Prague, Czech Republic
Public University
Prague University of Economics and Business is internationally recognized for business, economics, finance, information systems, data analytics, and management education.
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