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About UP
Palacký University Olomouc (UP) — public non-profit university. It is located in Olomouc, Czech Republic. The higher education institution was founded in the 16th century and is one of the oldest institutions in the country. UP is working together with European University Association (EUA).
The university is ranked number 651 in QS World University Rankings 2025. The university is in top-1000 of the independent international ranking THE.
UP carries out research in several scientific areas.
Location
Olomouc, Czech Republic
Establishment year
1573
Students
18,463
International students
2,177
Female students
69%
Acceptance rate
35%
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The academic calendar at UP is divided into two semesters, as in many other universities in Czech Republic. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. The Czech Republic offers public university students a free education in the Czech language. To be admitted to such programs, you should know the Czech language at least at a B2 level. For English programs at UP, tuition fees start from 1,921 USD per year. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and scholarships.
When choosing an educational institution, it is necessary to take into account additional costs: accommodation, transportation, educational materials, meals and personal expenses.
Academic calendar
Semesters
Bachelor
Foreign6,500USD/year
Master
Foreign6,500USD/year
Doctorate
1,921USD/year
Bachelor degree at UP
Admission to the bachelor's programs is based on the results of entrance examinations.
The campus of UP is urban. This means that students study closely to the sights and the entire recreational infrastructure of the city. This type of campus gives students more options for internships and part-time jobs. There is a library on the grounds of the university. There are collected scientific works of graduates and teachers of the university, as well as fiction. The exchange of intercultural experience occupies a special place in training at UP. The educational institution regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs and organizes various joint events.
Campus Type
Urban
Library
Yes
What to do after graduation
There are several options to stay in the country after graduation. One of them is to get an offer from an employer and apply for a work visa. Read more about this on the embassy website. We talk about other options for immigration in our article.
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