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Study Abroad Programs in Russia

Like Russian dolls, the world’s biggest country is made up of many layers. Studying abroad in Russia is the best way to peel back these layers of history, culture, and intrigue and get to the core of the nation. Though many have tried to conquer it, this tenacious land has always pulled through and is a place of many cultures, languages, histories, and traditions. It is an old country that also offers the many perks of an emerging nation. Study abroad in Russia brings to life tales of tsars, Faberge eggs, and interesting traditions.

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13 Study Abroad Programs in Russia

CIEE College Study Abroad
8.717 reviews

CIEE College Study Abroad

CIEE Russian Area Studies in St. Petersburg, Russia

Students with 0-4 semesters of Russian are invited to immerse the...

AIFS Abroad
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AIFS Abroad

Study Abroad and Discover the World with AIFS!

Traveling and seeing the world doesn’t necessarily mean taking a ...

The National Registration Center for Study Abroad
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The National Registration Center for Study Abroad

Learn Russian in Moscow, Russia

Study Russian at the NRCSA Center in Moscow. Founded in 1992, the...

EDUCA Russian Language School
108 reviews

EDUCA Russian Language School

Standard Russian Group Course

Study the Russian language in mini-groups (up to 4 people) with u...

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International Student Exchange
108 reviews

International Student Exchange

High School Cultural and Academic Exchange

Studying abroad and living like a local is more than a vacation a...

ProBa Language Centre
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ProBa Language Centre

Academic Semester and Year in Russia

Participate in this Academic Program in Russia for 6 months to 3 ...

Kazan Federal University
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Kazan Federal University

Kazan Federal University: Spring Semester Now Open!

Kazan Federal University (KFU) is one of the oldest and most pres...

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Spring Semester in Granada, Spain!

by: Lauren Dahl - United StatesProgram: Study Abroad and Discover the World with AIFS!
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My semester abroad in Granada, Spain was absolutely unforgettable. I decided to stay with a host family and I lived in their home with another student in the same program. Living with a roommate, we became really close friends. My host family was so kind and welcoming, they included us in everything they did. I learned so much Spanish culture and tradition from spending time with the family. The school was called Center of Modern Languages and I had a mixture of Spanish and Business classes. I loved speaking Spanish in class and getting to know other students. AIFS provided a level placement test at the beginning of the semester so that everyone found courses that were appropriate for their knowledge of Spanish. The classes were very fun and I enjoyed going to class. The AIFS program excursions were some of the best experiences/trips that I went on. I was blown away by the Morocco trip as well as the Seville/Córdoba/Gibraltar weekend. The trips were well planned, affordable, and allowed for free time to explore with friends. I made so many connections with locals, got to experience once in a lifetime activities like riding camels next to the ocean, and tried amazing foods. The program application process was hassle-free and the program advisors in Granada are so helpful. I would often visit their office and just chat with them or ask their advice on where to visit on the weekend. They organized cooking classes, art classes, sporting events, and cultural activities like a flamenco show. Granada is such a wonderful city. It is very walkable and the people are very friendly. There are endless tapas bars in the city where you get free food with each drink purchase. I made friends with lots of locals and other students from across the US. I attended exchange club meetings where you get drinks and tapas, and you chat in whatever language you are trying to learn with people from around the world. AIFS did a wonderful job providing opportunities for all of the students in the program to get to know each other. I made a close-knit group of friends and we spent so much time together. I am so thankful for having met them thanks to AIFS. We even visited each other once we arrived back in the US! I would highly recommend this program to anyone who wants to experience Spain on a more personal scale compared to bigger cities. I think Granada is the most beautiful city, and the Alhambra is a must-see!

A Guide to Studying Abroad in Russia

Best Student Cities

Students exploring locations for study abroad in Russia will have plenty of options to choose from.

The Queen of the Baltic Sea, St. Petersburg was the imperial capital for two centuries, and it remains Russia’s cultural capital today. Opera and ballet reign supreme in the city’s theaters, while museums and galleries are decorated with everything from contemporary artworks to paintings of religious icons.

Moscow has this certain grandeur about it that is easily recognizable. The city is home to dazzling structures, such as the Kremlin and the colorful domes of St Basil’s Cathedral. You won’t be able to stop and gawp at Lenin’s mausoleum and the symbolic Red Square either. Amongst the politics and weighty history of the capital there is a blossoming performing arts scene, a surprisingly diverse nightlife, and an abundance of green spaces.

Vladivostok is a city overlooking Golden Horn Bay, not far from China and North Korea. The mountains and bay lend beauty to otherwise grey town, which is still characterized by grim Soviet buildings. This is the perfect location to study in Russia for international students that are looking to venture beyond Russia’s bigger, more mainstream cities.

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