The Summer Schools of Slavonic Studies are 3 to 4 week Czech language courses organized by several public universities in the Czech Republic, which take place in July and August. 

The courses are intended chiefly for foreign students, experts (teachers, translators, interpreters) and academics in the field of Czech and Slavic studies who are at least 18 years old. However, due to their broad scope, they are also open to everyone else interested in the Czech language, literature, history and culture.

The Summer Schools of Slavonic Studies offer Czech language courses at various levels of proficiency, seminars focused on the Czech literature, culture, and history, leisure activities including theatre, music, and dance performances, excursions, sightseeing trips, etc.

The scholarship includes:

• registration and tuition fees;
• study materials;
• board and lodging (accommodation is provided in student dormitories);
• trips and events organised by the summer school.

The scholarship does not include:

• international travel costs;
• insurance.

More information is available on the website:  Summer Schools of Slavonic Studies 2026, MŠMT ČR

Applications for the scholarships, including the attached application form and CV of the applicant should be sent to the e-mail: hague.consulate@mzv.gov.cz by March 1, 2026. 

Summer School courses are open also to foreign nationals who do not hold or cannot apply for the aforementioned scholarships and wish to bear the related expenses themselves.  Applications are to be filed directly with the selected faculty/institute in this case.