The Czech Republic is an affordable study destination, with one condition that matters: programs taught in Czech at public universities are generally tuition-free for both domestic and international students. Programs taught in English or other foreign languages charge tuition set by each institution, with reported ranges from zero to about 18,500 euros per year depending on the program.
Charles University in Prague, founded in 1348, is one of the oldest universities in Europe. The country has more than 70 higher education institutions, and English-taught options exist across many fields. Our Czechoslovakia’s academic legacy and Bohemian art history in Prague articles cover the country’s academic heritage, and study abroad programs in Europe covers European study generally.
Admission usually involves entrance examinations, and programs include regular lectures, seminars, and assessments. The original text oddly claimed that Czech degrees involve no examinations and no live lectures; that is false and has been removed.
The original also cited exact enrollment figures of 288,984 students and 46,429 in one year from a source that could not be confirmed. Those numbers have been removed. For current statistics, check the Czech Statistical Office or the Ministry of Education.
Practical advice: if you plan to study in Czech, start learning the language early. If you plan to study in English, compare tuition across institutions, since it varies widely.

