Demand for student dorm accommodation up despite higher charges

Demand for places at university dormitories in Prague is high, which such accommodation completely full as the new academic year starts, the Czech News Agency said. More students applied for places in halls this year than in 2021, despite the fact that charges have increased.

In view of the energy crisis universities are now looking to make savings, such as by reducing heating or lighting, officials said.

Prague’s University of Economics said it would adjust accommodation fees in line with developments in gas prices.