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Language: Hungarian
Climate: Continental
Currency: Hungarian Forint
Crowning the Danube River on both sides, Budapest is a hidden gem of Central Europe, a city dating all the way back to the ancient Roman Empire with a rich and fascinating history to match. Learn more about the impact of World War II and the Soviet Union’s occupation of the Hungarian capital simply by exploring the city streets and monuments, surrounded with architectural styles ranging from Gothic to Baroque to Art Nouveau. The city’s many flowering gardens and green parks, some of which you can find on the seven islands dotting the Danube, will keep you connected to nature while you study abroad in Budapest. Discover why Hungarian food is widely considered the tastiest and most popular of eastern and central Europe as you sample the many stews locals prepare, along with Hungarian fry bread, stuffed cabbage leaves, and pastries. When in Budapest, experiencing the spa culture is a must: the city’s thermal baths, fed by natural hot springs, have been a main attraction for thousands of years. Study abroad in Budapest, a uniquely charming and different European city, to further your education and improve your future.
Corvinus University of Budapest
Starting at $16,995
Corvinus University of Budapest
Starting at $16,995
Corvinus University of Budapest
Starting at $16,995
Founded in 1920, Corvinus University of Budapest (CUB) is a highly respected institution specializing in business administration, economics, and the social sciences. CUB has been ranked in the top fifty schools on the Financial Times European Masters in Management list, and Corvinus Business School holds AACSB accreditation. The university hosts an average of 11,000 students annually, almost 13% of them being international, and includes undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs. Courses at Corvinus are available in four languages of instruction, including English, and all courses CEA CAPA students can take are English-taught.
Corvinus prides itself in being a humanist institution, and as a research university, it pledges to promote its faculty, students, and researchers as important contributors to the Hungarian and international scientific communities. CUB prioritizes its relationships with other institutions of higher learning around the world and sends hundreds of its own students abroad each year. The university’s main building belongs to an UNESCO Heritage Site on the Pest side of the Danube River, within walking distance of popular streets and picturesque neighborhoods.
Corvinus University of Budapest (CUB) is accredited by the Hungarian Accreditation Committee which is a member of the European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (ENQA). Corvinus Business School holds AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) accreditation, is a member of the prominent CEMS (The Global Alliance in Management Education) network, and is a member of PIM (Partnership in International Management). The CUB Business & Management program, an English language degree in the faculty of Business Administration, holds EPAS accreditation from the European Foundation for Management Development.
Corvinus University of Budapest awards credits based on the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) system. CEA CAPA credit hour recommendations are based on the following conversion: 2 ECTS credits equals 1 U.S. semester credit. Credit transfer is ultimately determined by your home university. Please consult with an academic advisor at your home university on credit pre-approval guidelines.
Students receive a transcript from Corvinus University of Budapest upon successful completion of the program. The transcript will reflect ECTS credits.
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Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.
We offer different housing options to match your budget, preferences, and study abroad goals. Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.
Health and safety are a top priority when selecting and reviewing program housing. When evaluating housing, CEA CAPA considers several factors including the surrounding location, commute time to academic or internship settings, as well as the condition of the building exterior and interior, common areas, the individual housing unit, and other living spaces. CEA CAPA works to ensure that program housing meets established minimum health and safety guidelines and aligns with best practices in the field.
Regular cleaning of communal areas for programs longer than 4 weeks.
Reliable internet access is included in every housing option we offer.
Typically 1–2 students per bedroom, with a maximum of 3 per room.
Housing is located within 60 minutes of campus by foot or transportation.
Cooling and heating appliances are provided (AC not always included).
A shared space with basic utensils, refrigerator, freezer, and a stove, oven, or microwave.
Access to laundry is guaranteed onsite or within walking distance. Drying racks included.
A desk in your room or a table in a common area.
Practical, modest storage space for personal belongings.
Pillows, blankets and sheets.
Global Housing Standards apply to CEA CAPA-sourced housing only, beginning Summer 2026.
Housing provided by partner universities may differ slightly.
Enjoy vibrant student life in a student residence situated at the panoramic Gellért Hill Campus of Corvinus University of Budapest. You'll share your compact living & sleeping area, as well as the ensuite bathroom. All rooms include air conditioning. The building features 24/7 reception, community areas, rooftop terrace, community kitchen and washroom with washing machines and tumble dryers.
This housing option is included in the program price.
Discover independent city living in a well-located student residence hotel. The building features an onsite restaurant, two adjacent grocery stores, and excellent public transportation links that provide easy access to campus and the city center, making daily life simple and efficient. You'll enjoy a private room featuring a bathroom and kitchenette, ensuring a relaxing oasis as your base for adventures.
