SRAS Summer 2025 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 Ukrainian, Polish, 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.
RSL in Riga
Study Russian for 4-6 weeks in the cultural center of Latvia.
RSL in Tbilisi
Study Russian for 4-10 weeks in incredible Georgia.
RSL in Yerevan
Study Russian for 6-10 weeks in majestic Armenia.- Study Diverse Subjects Abroad -
Security and Society
Combine a 4-week security course in Warsaw (with travel to Berlin) and an online 2-week research internship for a total of six weeks. Optional extensions take you to Tbilisi, Georgia to gain even more perspective on global security while studying the Russian language.
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.
From Plate to Print: Food Writing in Georgia
On this 4-week course, through food tours, guest lectures, and anthropological methods, we will gain an understanding of how food can tell the stories of people and places. YOU will write and possibly publish one these stories.
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 understanding these countries by learning about these countries via their language, literature, film, history, and more.- Study Other Languages Abroad -
Armenian Language
Study Armenian for 4 or 8 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.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.