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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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5 Study Abroad Programs in Russia

AIFS Abroad

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Study Abroad and Discover the World with AIFS!

Traveling and seeing the world doesn’t necessarily mean taking a break from your studies. Study abroad with AIFS and broaden your academic knowledge while learning about foreign cultures! Serving more than 1.5 million students since 1964, AIFS is a recognized provider of study abroad programs. We offer a broad range of unique programs in the Americas, South Africa, Europe, Australia, and Asia. And you don’t even have to be proficient in a foreign language to join because most AIFS campuses conduct courses in English or other foreign languages across all levels. AIFS offers all-inclusive program fees, making it simple for students to experience everything the world has to offer while living and studying abroad! Most of all, we guarantee their safety and welfare anywhere they are.

CIEE College Study Abroad

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CIEE Russian Area Studies in St. Petersburg, Russia

Students with 0-4 semesters of Russian are invited to immerse themselves in Russian history, culture, politics, language study, and university life at CIEE St. Petersburg. Select coursework across a range of academic areas, in English, along with Russian language classes matched to your skill level. Integrate yourself into the local community through volunteer work. All courses are complemented with CIEE co-curricular activities and excursions beyond the city to enhance classroom learning and provide intercultural understanding.

The National Registration Center for Study Abroad

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Learn Russian in Moscow, Russia

Study Russian at the NRCSA Center in Moscow. Founded in 1992, the institute is a private organization that specializes in teaching Russian to foreigners. It got the recognition as a private language training institute by the local St Petersburg government in 1995. The NRCSA Center in Moscow provides programs year-round. Students get access to all facilities, including a self-access center, ten modern classrooms, and cafeteria. The institutes teaching environment is friendly. Students and local staff get plenty of opportunities to socialize both inside and outside the classroom. Students will be taught by their teachers, with guest lecturers from prestigious academic institutions (i.e. St. Petersburg State University) augmenting the teaching. The NRCSA Center was also the first in Russia to attract substantial attention from the corporate sector. Among their clients are International Committee of the Red Cross, the UNHCR, British Airways, Scotland Yard, the EBRD, Credit Suisse, PWC, and many others.

International TEFL and TESOL

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Accredited TEFL/TESOL Courses in Russia & Online - 4,600 RUB

Teach abroad in Russia and do more than work. Immerse yourself in rich history and cultural heritage too! Use the coupon code GoAbroad15 upon checkout to receive 15% off any course. Take advantage of our Super Sale! Choose from accredited online TEFL courses, with prices starting from 4,600 RUB. Our 60-hour, 120-hour, 180-hour, and level 5 online TEFL and TESOL courses prepare you for teaching abroad in a classroom setup and teaching online from the comfort of your own home. Every module has text, videos, quizzes, and your own personal tutor to help you through the course and give you positive feedback. Throughout the course, get the opportunity to submit lesson plans to experienced TESOL teachers, gaining valuable feedback from experts who have been teaching abroad for years! Need help finding an English teaching job? We have contacts all over the world, so we can help you find a placement anywhere. You can get your 120-hour TEFL certificate online through ITT, at your own pace, in the comfort of your own home. Start your accredited TEFL/TESOL certification online now – your first step to being an English teacher. Where will you go from there? You decide!

ProBa Language Centre

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Academic Semester and Year in Russia

Participate in this Academic Program in Russia for 6 months to 3 years, with a Student Work permit. To truly grasp Russian, learn it in the country where it is spoken. Spend a year and achieve a high level of proficiency, or study long term for up to three years at ProBa Language Centre in St Petersburg. Our Semester/Year Language programs include the following: - Elementary Russian I and II - Russian for Beginners (no knowledge required) - Phonetics; Elements of grammar; reading of simple Russian prose; practice in speaking and audio-lingual work; elements of composition - Intermediate Russian I and II (elementary or intermediate knowledge required) - Russian for Intermediate students: The grammatical structure of today's standard Russian; intensive practice in reading, conversation, and composition; elements of lexicology, phraseology, and stylistics - Special program - Russian for Professionals (advanced and native speaker; proficiency required) - Theory and Practice of Translation; TORFL/TRKI certification

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.

Latest Program Reviews

Amazing Experience In Paris

January 29, 2026by: Audrey Colen - United States

Program: Study Abroad and Discover the World with AIFS!

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When I decided I wanted to go abroad, I was nervous about a lot of things. First off, I was scared that when I went abroad I would have to settle for a location I did not want to be in because I needed my credits to transfer over. Luckily AIFS had a program in a wonderful city with a bunch of classes that would transfer back to my home university super well. When I chose this program, I was overjoyed but nervous about living in a homestay. When I got there I was happily surprised to find that my host family was amazing and provided me with an experience I would not have been able to have if I had been in a dorm/apt. The people that I met in the program were some of the coolest people I have ever known and am happy to call them my friends to this day. If you are looking for a great program in Paris where you have the freedom to meet new people, travel, and find yourself in a new place, I would 100% recommend this to you!

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