SRAS Summer Study Abroad
SRAS summer study abroad opportunities are immersive, flexible educational programs designed to meet your budget, time-frame, and educational goals. Join our Russian as a Second Language programs in any of four very different locations, dive into the Persian, Ukrainian, Polish, Georgian, or Armenian languages, or study the security issues that are very relevant to our regions and our times. Best of all, you can combine programs and maximize your time abroad to experience multiple locations.
Accelerate your language learning. Earn credits toward your degree. Build your resume. Expand your network. You can do all of this and more this summer abroad with SRAS!
- Study Russian Language Abroad -
RSL in Bishkek
Study Russian for 6-10 weeks in the heart of Central Asia. Add an optional 2-week travel adventure to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan!
RSL in Riga
Study Russian for 4-10 weeks in the cultural center of Latvia.
RSL in Tbilisi
Study Russian for 4-10 weeks in incredible Georgia.
RSL in Yerevan
Join us for 6 weeks of intensive Russian in Armenia.- Study Diverse Subjects Abroad -
Iranian Studies: Language and Society
Over 6 weeks of intensive language study, historical and cultural exploration, you'll come to understand Iran's modern political culture and society. Based in Armenia, which shares a border and much history with Iran.
Security and Society
Study 4 weeks in Warsaw (with travel to Berlin) plus two weeks online in this security course with an integrated research internship. Optional extensions take you to Tbilisi, Georgia for more perspectives on global security or Russian language study.
Regional Studies: Central & Eastern Europe
Belarus, Ukraine, and Poland are all Slavic cultures and share considerable history, but their significant differences create challenges for building regional security architectures. Spend 8 weeks learning about these countries via their language, literature, film, history, and more.
Crossroads: Geopolitics and Security in the Caucasus
This 4-week program takes you to Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia to understand the geography, geopolitics, and cultural identity that has shaped their historical paths and current foreign policies. Add an optional month of Russian language courses.
Layers: History and Memory in Armenia
Explore over 4 weeks history and memory in Armenia through its museums, active archeological sites, and restoration labs. Understand how history is uncovered, interpreted, preserved, and presented.- Study Other Languages Abroad -
Armenian Language
Study Armenian for 4 weeks while exploring the history, culture, and spectacular nature of Armenia. Open to all levels.
Ukrainian Language
This 4- or 8-week immersive Ukrainian language course is taught by Ukrainian native speakers in Warsaw, where a large Ukrainian community now lives. Open to all levels.
Polish Language
Twenty lessons per week over 4 or 8 weeks are supplemented with conversation practice with native Polish speakers and a robust cultural program. Open to all levels.
Georgian Language
Start using Georgian right away with this innovative 4-week course that teaches language through practical situations and cultural exploration on the ground. Open to all levels.How Much Does It Cost To Study Abroad?
Your total costs can be divided into four main categories:
- Program: Each program page gives its specific pricing information. SRAS offers a variety of program choices of varying length and cost.
- Cost of Living: Students report spending between $60-90 per week in most locations for food, transport, and entertainment.
- Housing: With very few exceptions, SRAS programs include housing. See each program page for more information.
- Airfare: Our International Airfare Guide can give you some pointers on getting the best price for tickets to and from your study abroad destination.
- Funding: Concerned that you might not have enough to study abroad? You can earn credit toward your program with an SRAS Online Research Internship!
Talk to an Expert about Study Abroad
Studying abroad is a big decision. You should make sure that your experience will advance your academic, personal, and professional goals. We encourage you join an info session or contact us with any questions.