Anglo-American University

What Anglo-American University does

Anglo-American University (AAU) is a private, English-language higher education institution headquartered in the restored Thurn-Taxis Palace beneath Prague Castle in Prague, Czech Republic. Founded in 1990 (as Anglo-American College) and granted university status in 2007, AAU operates through three academic schools — the School of Business (SBu), the School of International Relations and Diplomacy (SIRD), and the School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (SAHSS) — collectively offering 28 bachelor's programs and three master's programs (M.A. in International Relations & Diplomacy, M.A. in Liberal Studies, and M.A. in International Business and Policy). AAU holds dual US (WASC) and Czech/European (NAÚ) accreditation, the only such combination in Prague across all programs, enabling globally portable degrees.

AAU serves roughly 900 degree-seeking students (approximately 800 undergraduate and 100 graduate) drawn from 80+ nationalities, with applications from more than 100 countries and a 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio. The teaching model emphasizes small classes (average size 17), mandatory internship completion (100% of graduates), and outcomes reporting (64% employed before graduation; 86% achieving near-fluent or excellent English proficiency). Revenue is generated primarily from tuition fees, supplemented by application fees, accommodation services at Zeitraum dormitories in Prague 7, and short-term Study Abroad / Summer School programs. A CZK 3.6 million annual merit-scholarship pool and a "Bring a Friend" referral program (up to $500 per referral) support enrollment.

The technology stack is utility-grade rather than differentiated: an integrated website and application portal, Pardot CRM for prospect management, an e-payment portal for tuition and fees, Hotjar and Google Analytics for optimization, and CommonApp as a third-party channel partner. Distribution is direct-to-consumer, executed through international admissions counselors, high-school visits, recruitment fairs, Open Days (virtual and in-person), and a network of 40+ bilateral exchange partner universities including Erasmus+. AAU maintains membership in AAICU, CHEA, and CIS, and counts 3,000+ alumni globally; named internship/career partners include SAP, Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, AB InBev, Honeywell, ManpowerGroup, and Rockwell Automation.

Name

Anglo-American University

Legal name

Anglo-americká vysoká škola, z.ú.

Website

https://aauni.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Anglo-American University is a private English-language university in Prague offering 28 bachelor's and 3 master's programs across Business, International Relations, and Arts/Humanities, serving ~900 degree-seeking students from 80+ nationalities under dual US (WASC) and EU/Czech accreditation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education (Private International University)

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Educational Services (611)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Online International & Cross-Border Universities (Global/Transnational Providers) (EDAHALAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Hybrid, Multi-Location & Multi-Country Study Abroad Programs (EDAIAAAE), International Branch/Partner Community Colleges (EDAHADAO)

Keywords

• Private higher education
• Undergraduate degree programs
• Graduate degree programs
• Study abroad programs
• Liberal arts education

Headquarters

HQ city

Prague

HQ country

Czechia

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Tuition Fees: Primary revenue from undergraduate and graduate tuition. Bachelor's enrollment approximately 800 students, Master's approximately 100 students.
2. Application Fees: One-time fees collected from applicants during the application process
3. Accommodation Services: Student housing services at Zeitraum dormitories in Holešovice district, 20 minutes from campus
4. Summer School Programs: Short- and long-term study abroad programs offered during summer sessions

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Anglo-American University is a private international university in Prague offering English-language undergraduate (28 bachelor's programs) and graduate (3 master's programs) degree programs across three academic schools — Business, International Relations and Diplomacy, and Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. All programs carry dual U.S. (WASC) and Czech/EU (NAÚ) accreditation, with average class sizes of 17 students, a 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and bundled support services including a Career Center, mentorship, study-abroad/summer school, and student housing.

Product overview

Anglo-American University (AAU) is a private international university in Prague offering a portfolio of educational programs under dual US and EU accreditation. The institution operates through three academic schools: the School of Business (SBu), the School of International Relations and Diplomacy (SIRD), and the School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (SAHSS). These schools collectively offer 28 undergraduate programs and 3 graduate programs (M.A. in International Relations & Diplomacy, M.A. in Liberal Studies, and M.A. in International Business and Policy), all taught in English. AAU complements its academic offerings with student support services including a Career Center with 80+ internship providers, a Mentorship Center, a Student Mentor Program, psychological counseling, library services, and over 35 student clubs. The university also facilitates international exchange through 40+ partner institutions including Erasmus programs. The institution positions itself as the only university in Prague offering US and EU accreditation for all programs, enabling globally recognized degrees.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Lennon Wall Magazine: Quarterly independent student publication launched in October 2000, providing a platform for student writers, journalists, photographers, and graphic designers.
• Career Center
• EduMatch

Products and services

• Undergraduate Programs Twenty-eight bachelor's degree programs spanning Business Administration, International Relations, Psychology, Visual Art Studies, Humanities, Journalism, Media Studies, Law, and related concentrations, taught in English and delivered under U.S. (WASC) and Czech/EU (NAÚ) accreditation. Approximately 800 undergraduate students enrolled across three academic schools.
• Graduate Programs Three English-language master's degree programs: M.A. in International Business and Policy, M.A. in International Relations and Diplomacy, and M.A. in Liberal Studies, delivered under dual U.S. (WASC) and Czech/EU (NAÚ) accreditation. Approximately 100 master's students enrolled.
• Study Abroad at AAU / Summer School Short- and long-term study-abroad programs, including summer school, that allow visiting students from partner and non-partner universities to earn transferable academic credit while studying in Prague in English.
• Career Center Services Career counseling, internship placement, and professional-development programming that connects AAU students and alumni with 80+ internship providers, including SAP, Johnson & Johnson, Novartis, Honeywell, AB InBev, ManpowerGroup, and Rockwell Automation, supporting 100% internship completion among graduates.
• Mentorship Center Structured mentorship pairing current students and recent graduates with experienced alumni and community members who share career advice, networking, and professional-development support.
• Student Accommodation Services (Zeitraum Dormitories) Managed student housing at the Zeitraum dormitories in Prague 7 – Holešovice, approximately 20 minutes from the Thurn-Taxis Palace campus, available to enrolled AAU students.
• Psychological Counseling Services Free, English-language psychological counseling available throughout the academic year to AAU students, staff, and faculty.
• Exchange Programs (Erasmus+ and Bilateral) International student-mobility opportunities through bilateral exchange agreements with 40+ partner universities worldwide and participation in the Erasmus+ program, supporting both outbound AAU students and inbound exchange students.

Quantifiable outcome

• 100% of graduates completed an internship
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Integration7 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Business Leaders Forum (BLF)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 June 2026Strategic partnership for sustainability, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), and responsible business practices. Memorandum of Cooperation signed by AAU Vice President for Academic Affairs Miroslav Svoboda and Business Leaders Forum Executive. Strengthens opportunities for students, faculty, and industry collaboration.
• Career Expo PartnerscoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnual Career Expo connecting students with employers including SAP, Johnson & Johnson, AB InBev, Honeywell, Novartis, ManpowerGroup, Rockwell Automation, and others. Many internship providers are AAU alumni.
• Mentorship Center PartnerscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlumni and community members mentor current students and young graduates through the Mentorship Center, sharing career challenges, successes, and advice.
• Institute of Contemporary History of the CAS (Ústav pro soudobé dějiny AV ČR)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLibrary partnership providing AAU students access to additional research resources with student ID card and photo.
• EduMatch PlatformcoreTechnology or IntegrationPlatform connecting students with companies and organizations for internships, projects, and job opportunities. Provides access to relevant positions, real-world projects, and practical experience during studies.
• CommonAppcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor2nd party partner for application processing through their international student application platform.
• 40+ Exchange UniversitiescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBilateral exchange agreements with over 40 international universities for student mobility, including Erasmus+ partnerships.
• Leiden University College The HagueminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExchange partner where AAU alumna Almedina Ibrahimović served as research assistant on immigrant youth integration.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• University of New York in Prague (UNYP): UNYP is a private university in Prague offering English-taught bachelor's and master's programs with State University of New York (SUNY) partnership and Czech accreditation. Direct competitor for English-speaking international students in Prague with similar transnational positioning.
• Prague College: Prague College is a private English-language institution in Prague offering UK-validated undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in business, media, and IT. Closely comparable in mission (international, English-taught, private, small-class) and directly competes for the same international student pool.
• Central European University (CEU): CEU is a private, internationally accredited graduate university founded in Prague with strong ties to US higher education standards. Comparable transnational model and English-language instruction, though focused on graduate social sciences.
• Metropolitan University Prague: Metropolitan University Prague is a private Czech university offering English-language bachelor's and master's programs in international relations, business, and media studies. Directly comparable in positioning, target audience, and Prague location.

Regional players

• CEVRO Institut: CEVRO is a Czech private university in Prague focused on political science, law, and economics with a smaller English-language program portfolio. Comparable private Czech university model, though more domestically oriented.
• CERGE-EI (Charles University/UK joint program): CERGE-EI is a joint program of Charles University and the UK-based Economics Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences, offering Western-style graduate economics degrees in Prague. Comparable in offering internationally accredited graduate education in Prague.

Broad incumbents

• Charles University: Charles University is the largest and oldest public university in the Czech Republic, with growing English-language program offerings. It is the dominant higher education incumbent in Prague and competes for both domestic and international students.
• University of Economics, Prague (VŠE): VŠE is a major public Czech university specializing in economics, business, and management with established English-taught programs. Strong incumbent in the business education space where AAU's School of Business competes.

Emerging players

• Schiller International University: Schiller is a private American-accredited international university with multi-country campuses in Europe. Comparable transnational, English-language higher education model with US accreditation and small-class sizes, though operating across multiple geographies.

Others

• International School of Prague: ISP is a private international K-12 school in Prague that serves as a key feeder source for AAU's undergraduate pipeline. Not a direct competitor but a critical ecosystem partner and adjacent institution serving expat and internationally-minded families in Prague.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks3 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/angloamericanuniversity
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/anglo-american-university
• Instagraminstagram.com/aauprague
• Xx.com/aauprague

Compliance6 records

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Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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