Practical Information for Central European Univerity: Housing | Visa Information

FOR US STUDENTS

Once students have been accepted into the program, they must complete and submit a Terms & Conditions form with a medical clearance.

Housing at Central European University

The CEU Residence and Conference Center (Kerepesi Dormitory) is a modern residence complex located in the 10th District of Budapest, a 40-minute commute from the main CEU building by public transport. It provides single rooms for approximately one-third of the student body. It provides air-conditioned single rooms for up to 170 students; each room is equipped with a personal computer and a private bathroom. Accommodation in the dormitory is possible with at least 2 months notice. For visiting students under special agreements, the price is:2600 HUF (15 USD) /night

The dormitory is run as a hotel-type service and students find many other facilities such as a small convenience store; two bars and a cafeteria; a sports center with a swimming pool and a fitness room, a sauna, basketball and tennis courts. On each floor, there is a quiet lounge with a coffee machine, a microwave oven and a refrigerator; a TV room; and a laundry room. To facilitate studying at the dormitory, each room is equipped with a computer, and the center offers access to a computer lab, reading room, etc.

Another possibility is rented accommodation in Budapest . Student Life Office maintains a database of apartments and helps students looking to rent. The prices of apartments for rent in Budapest vary mainly depending on the location and the condition of the flat. The affordable price range for an average CEU student is approximately between 35,000 and 45,000 HUF per month plus utilities (USD 200-250).

More information on Estimated Living Costs for Budapest are under www.ceu.hu/student_financial.html

VISA ARRANGEMENTS

Each European country may have different procedures and requirements regarding visa for students. Please contact the host university who will inform you on the specific details.

At Central European University : Before arriving students are required to check validity of their passport. Independently of how long students will be staying in Hungary , they need to obtain a Long Term D-Type Visa from the Hungarian Embassy in their home country as soon as possible after being informed of their admission to CEU. The visa should be the Multiple Entry category of the Long Term D-Type Visa. To check what further documents are needed , information is available on www.ceu.hu/online_orientation.html under “Pre-departure checklist & orientation”