Description

The Summer Russian Area Studies program aims to help students gain a greater understanding of Russian politics, history, business, and culture. Students can also begin or continue their Russian language studies. Built by Peter the Great as a "Window to the West" and christened "The Cradle of the Great October Socialist Revolution," St. Petersburg serves as a perfect proving ground for a deeper understanding of the intriguing complexities of Russia's past and present.

Highlights

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

• Business
• Culture
• Political Science/politics
• Russian & Slavic Studies
• Russian And East European Studies
• Russian Language And Literature

Cost in US$:

Please check the CIEE website for current program pricing.

Experience Required

yes

• Overall GPA 2.75
• 0-3 semesters of college-level Russian or equivalent

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Scholarships are Available

Please see the website for scholarship information.

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Transcript
• Written Application

CIEE's Mission Statement

Since 1947, the Council on International Educational Exchange, known as CIEE, has been in pursuit of its mission, "to help people gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. Our services to young people studying, working, teaching, and traveling abroad are more important than ever.

Year Founded

1947