Description

Emerge yourself in Russian culture in the former capital of ancient Rus'. Focus on the language skills you want to improve.

Each year the American Home invites people who are interested in dramatically improving their language skills to participate in the Intensive Russian Program.

Applications for the Intensive Russian Program are accepted year round (and must be received at least three months before the desired program start date).

Highlights

An exciting setting: Experience ancient Russia in modern-day Vladimir

The historic city of Vladimir is an ideal setting in which to become immersed in Russian culture. This 1,000+ year old city of more than 300,000 is located approximately 120 miles northeast of Moscow. Students are met at the airport in Moscow and driven past vast forests and fields, through villages and small towns to this former capitol of ancient Rus.

During your stay you will travel to the nearby picturesque town of Suzdal, in addition to touring the historic sights of Vladimir. These include the magnificent Assumption Cathedral and the Golden Gates, both of which have been designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You will become intimately acquainted with the increasingly modern shops and outdoor markets, and visit your new Russian friends in their Soviet-era apartments.

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Type of Programs

• Cultural Exploration
• High School Study Abroad
• Language Immersion

Languages

• Russian

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• Russian

Subject Areas

• Languages / Linguistics
• Russian & Slavic Studies
• Russian And East European Studies
• Russian Language And Literature

Cost in US$:

The program fee depends on each program's length.

Program Fees Include:

* One-to-one study with experienced faculty specializing in teaching Russian to non-native speakers;
* Program customized to meet the needs of each student;
* Flexible scheduling;
* Very competitive program cost;
* 25-30% discount for students studying together in small groups at the same language level;
* Home-stay with a Russian family;
* "Russian friend-conversation partner" program;
* On-site administrative support;
* Well-equipped classrooms in a comfortable, home-like, atmosphere;
* Excursions in Vladimir and to Suzdal (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and Bogoliubovo;
* Opportunities to meet and socialize with some of the 400 Russians participating in the American Home English Program and others;
* Opportunities to participate in a variety of activities--for example, volunteering at an orphanage;

Small groups studying together at the same level receive a 25-30% discount!

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 3-5

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post Services Include

• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

The American Home's Mission Statement

To do the best possible job with each project we take on, to remain flexible, and to provide assistance whenever and wherever we reasonably can in ways that ultimately benefit the Russian people and enhance Russian-American mutual understanding and cooperation.

Year Founded

1992