SUMMIT PRAGUE - 2016
SUMMER STUDY ABROAD IN EUROPE
Application Deadline:
May 31st
On this study abroad program, students will spend 2.5 weeks in Prague (one of our all-time favorite cities in Europe!), taking classes on campus at our host university, the University of New York in Prague.  Before and after their time in Prague, students will also travel across Europe to multiple cities.

This program begins on July 1st, 2016 in the beautiful city of Bologna, Italy.  Students will then take an overnight train to Munich, Germany before heading on to Prague, Czech Republic for two and a half weeks of university classes at the University of New York in Prague.  During their time abroad, students will engage in professional visits to companies, and cultural activities in each of the cities we visit.

​​Various dates and sessions available.  Depending on which session you choose, travel included in the program may include Bologna (Italy), Munich (Germany), Vienna (Austria) and Budapest (Hungary).  In addition, students are free on weekends to travel independently to Florence or Venice (Italy), Salzburg (Austria), and more.
Itinerary:
​​Students should arrive in Northern Italy on July 1st, and be ready for almost two weeks of travel before we begin the academic classes in Prague on July 11th:​​
  • Bologna, Italy:  July 1st - 6th.  With optional day trips to Florence and Venice
  • Munich, Germany:  July 7th - 11th.  
  • Prague:  2.5 weeks in Prague from July 11th - 27th.  
  • Vienna:  Day-trip July 27th
  • Budapest:  July 27th - August 2nd (to finish the program in style!:)
How we travel:
  • As a group, we travel with students, professors and Summit staff.  Last year, our group size was 20 students, plus 3 professors and staff
  • Bologna --> Munich (Overnight TRAIN)
  • Munich --> Prague (Day trip TRAIN)
  • Prague --> Vienna --> Budapest (Day trip ​BUS)
What are the days like?
  • ​In each city we visit, students will have classes with local professors, meet local tour guides, and engage with local citizens.  Depending on the course they select, students may be sent on assignments to interview local people about current issues or cultural perceptions, and then will return to the classroom to debate and discuss, and to have that experience integrated back into the classroom discussions. ​
  • We like to be busy, but we also like to relax... and so our programs are designed to be a nice mixture of planned activities and free time (perfect for exploration or reflection).
  • Our goal is to give you free-time on all of the weekends (a perfect chance to travel out of town on your own if you choose),  and on most afternoons during the week.  
  • During this free time, we will have many optional planned activities that you can join if you so choose.
  • A typical day has classes in the morning, and planned  professional visits to companies or cultural activities in the afternoons.  

Professional visits:
  • During our time abroad, we have cultural and professional visits in each of the cities we visit.  In the past we visited:
  • Prague - Pilsner Brewery, Skoda
  • Budapest - startup round-table discussion to meet with small local businesses
  • and more professional and cultural visits...

Cultural activities:
  • For cultural excursions, our goal is to keep your busy and engaged.  We are always planning something; from private tours in different cities, to evenings out, to museum visits and more.  
  • In the past, we have taken students hiking, to art galleries, and history museums, opera houses, gardens, and more...

Why choose Summit?  
And our unique traveling programs:
  1. ​A chance to travel.  Where else do you get a chance to visit so many of the key European capitals in one program?
  2. Safe.  When you come abroad with Summit, you are coming abroad with an experienced team, and you will study at some of the best universities across Europe
  3. Affordable.  It is our mission to provide an incredible study abroad experience at an affordable price
DATES & OPTIONS:
  • We have many options to choose from.  The Summit program is designed so that students can join at different dates (depending on their summer schedule). ​
Start Date:
  • July 1st in Bologna, ITALY 
Program length:
  • End July 27th, or August 2nd (depending on your budget and time available to travel abroad)
MOST POPULAR SESSIONS:

​Session PRA 03:  
  • July 1st - July 27th, 2016. 
  • One course for three credits: from the University of New York in Prague
  • Travel includes NORTHERN ITALY (Bologna), GERMANY (Munich), Prague

Session PRA 04:  
  • July 1st - Aug 2nd, 2016. 
  • One course for three credits: from the University of New York in Prague
  • Travel includes NORTHERN ITALY (Bologna), GERMANY (Munich), Prague, Vienna and Budapest

EXTENDED SESSIONS:
- for students who want to spend more time in Europe, we have extended session options.  Begin in Barcelona on June 9th and spend some additional time in Europe.  During this extended time, you will attend professional and cultural visits, and engage in our "Introduction to the European Union" sessions. Academic courses start officially once you arrive in Bologna, Italy (along with the students taking our main PRA03, PRA04 sessions). 

Session PRA 01:  
  • June 9th or 11th - July 27th, 2016. 
  • One course for three credits: from the University of New York in Prague
  • Travel includes Barcelona, SOUTHERN FRANCE (Montpellier, Nice), NORTHERN ITALY (Bologna), GERMANY (Munich), Prague
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Session PRA 02:  
  • June 9th or 11th - Aug 2nd, 2016. 
  • One course for three credits: from the University of New York in Prague
  • Travel includes Barcelona, SOUTHERN FRANCE (Montpellier, Nice), NORTHERN ITALY (Bologna), GERMANY (Munich), Prague, Vienna and Budapest

Session BCN-PRA 01: 
  • June 9th (or 11th) - July 27th, 2016. 
  • Two courses for six credits: 
  • 1st course from IQS School of Management, of the Ramon Llull University in Barcelona
  • 2nd course from the University of New York in Prague
  • Travel includes Barcelona, SOUTHERN FRANCE (Montpellier, Nice), NORTHERN ITALY (Bologna), GERMANY (Munich), Prague
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Session BCN-PRA 02:  
  • June 9th (or 11th) - August 2nd, 2016. 
  • Two courses for six credits: 
  • 1st course from IQS School of Management, of the Ramon Llull University in Barcelona
  • 2nd course from the University of New York in Prague
  • Travel includes Barcelona, SOUTHERN FRANCE (Montpellier, Nice), NORTHERN ITALY (Bologna), GERMANY (Munich), Prague, Vienna and Budapest​​

    Begin your adventure:
How to Apply:
  • Please visit our new APPLICATION PORTAL 
  • (then choose your program, and click "apply now")
  • Submit 3 short essays, follow steps in application portal
  • Pay $40 application fee (here)
  • Application review (about 5 days)
  • Phone or Skype interview
  • Approval
  • Confirm your spot in the program.  
​Admission Requirements:
  • All majors welcome!
  • 18 years old at the start of our program
  • Completed at least one semester of university
  • Enrolled in university (or recently graduated).  Both Undergraduate and Graduate students are welcome 
  • 2.2 Grade Point Average (GPA) 
  • 77/100 for international students. 
  • Students with a lower GPA should submit an additional letter of reference, preferably from a professor, along with a brief letter explaining the circumstances of the lower GPA. 
COURSES:
Classes for our upcoming programs are thought-provoking, interesting and fun.  We expect students to be open minded, engaged and eager to learn about other countries and cultures. In-class instruction is enhanced with an out-of-class experience that includes escorted professional visits to economic organizations and leading international companies. Students can choose up to two courses, for a total of six semester credits

Summit Prague:
I would 100% recommend this program to other Iowa students. I have learned so much ... and will carry that with me for the rest of my life."  
- Ryan Burton, University of Iowa

Program Highlights:

  • All majors welcome!
  • Travel itinerary includes: Barcelona + Paris + London + Berlin + Prague + Vienna + Budapest
  • Excellent courses to choose from 
  • Earn up to 6 academic credits in the summer
  • Travel with professors, facilitators, and students
  • Visit leading organizations across Europe as we integrate real-world experience back into the classroom

Host University:

​Our upcoming summer 2016 program has two university partners from which students will receive academic credit: The IQS School of Management in Barcelona and the University of New York in Prague.  While in either of these cities, classes will be held on campus with local professors.​  While traveling between Summit host cities, students will be accompanied by professors or course facilitators, and will have classes at local universities or in the convention centers
COURSE LOCATIONS:
In 2015, courses were held in the following locations:

Accommodations:

  • Accommodations are included in the program prices
  • Bologna, Italy: 5 nights, hotel
  • Munich: 4 nights, hotel
  • Prague: 16 nights, apartment / hotel
  • Budapest: 6 nights, hotel
  • Learn more: Accommodations

Professional + Cultural Visits

  • Companies visited in previous programs include:
  • Estrella Damm Factory (beer)
  • FC Barcelona Museum  
  • Codorníu Cava Producers  (sparkling wine)
  • SEAT  (automobiles)
  • UNESCO (non-governmental organization)
  • German Parliament (Reichstag Building)   
  • BMW Motorcycle Factory 
  • Learn more:  Professional and Cultural Visits

Prices + Availability:

  • To review the program tuition and fees, please visit our prices page here.
  • Included in the prices: tuition, health insurance, transportation in Europe, accommodations*, and more (see the full list of what is included on our prices page).

Students:

  • The average age of our students is approximately 19-23 years old, although recently-graduated and graduate students are also welcome to apply. 
  • Students can come from any university. Recent students came from across the USA, and from Europe (France, Denmark), Brazil, India, Mexico and more. We have had students from NYU, Miami University, The University of California Berkley, Florida International University, The University of Vermont, University of Iowa, Hofstra, Seton Hall, University of Texas, and more.  
  • Please see our guide to credit transfers and review the recent list of alumni and the full list of universities. See also our Testimonials page with student reviews.

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Note:  Program (itinerary, courses, professors, prices and more) subject to change without prior notice