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Study Russian Abroad

Study Russian Abroad - Where It's Spoken!

Study Russian abroad and you can advance your skills much faster than studying in a classroom at home. To achieve fluency, you must be able to use the language in everyday situations to accomplish everyday needs. This is the simple beauty of study abroad.

All of SRAS’ diverse programs allow for language study. With us, you can choose to solely study Russian abroad and or combine your language study with other courses taught in English and potentially earn credit across multiple subject areas while abroad.

Focus Your Studies on Language

Looking to fully focus on your language skills while you study Russian abroad? Choose from Russian as a Second Language courses in three very diverse cities below.

Broaden Your Horizons Abroad

You can explore nearly any interest in English while abroad. Plus, language skills combined with other professional knowledge can you make your resume stand out in your future job searches. Make the most of your time abroad! What subjects can you cover while you study Russian abroad? The possibilities are numerous!

What Can SRAS Do For You?

Study Abroad is Challenging

SRAS works specifically in non-traditional study abroad locations that will greatly expand your worldview by showing you just how different societies, cultures, and markets can be. Where should you study abroad? Where you will grow the most!

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Geopins mark cities where SRAS offers permanent programs and resident staff.

Countries marked in green but which do not have a geopin are often included as travel study experiences on certain SRAS programs.

Study Abroad is Flexible

SRAS offers options to fit your needs. Looking for a shorter program that can still build your resume? See our affordable spring break or short-term intensive summer options. Can’t go abroad right now but still want the benifit of a realtime connection to local perspectives? See our online courses. Just looking to get your feet wet before study abroad or to keep a foot on a ground afterwards? See our free events. And keep in mind that you’ll gain the deepest, broadest perspectives with a full semester, summer, or academic year abroad.

Study Abroad is Accessible

Need funding? Click here. Have questions or don’t see exactly what you are looking for? Contact us or sign up for an info or adivising session. We are committed to your study abroad experience and want to help you realize your dreams abroad!

Havana, Cuba

Havana is known for a culture that radiates color and a love of life despite the city’s poverty. Cuba’s accomplishments in dance, music, food, art, and also medicine and science are internationally renowned, giving the country a considerable amount of “soft power” on the world stage. Havana serves as a co-location with Saint Petersburg, Russia for our Cuba-Russia Connection: Studies in Cultural Diplomacy, with a strong focus on international relations, culture and cultural diplomacy, and art. Our included cultural program will introduce you to Cuban culture and Havana’s surrounding environs while on the island.

Moscow

Europe’s largest city, Moscow is the heart of a new, modern Russia. Glass skyscrapers and green, innovative outdoor spaces combine with vibrant symbols of the past. Its landscape leaves no doubt that this is the seat of Russia’s government, its foreign policy, economy, and a significant percentage of its diverse population. To understand modern Russia, you must understand modern Moscow. SRAS Programs in Moscow focus on international relations, politics, business, law, and/or history. Our included cultural program will introduce you to Russia’s incredible cultural diversity and artistic accomplishments. A trip to St. Petersburg and a Russian dacha are arranged each semester.

St. Petersburg

Best known for its cultural tradition and gorgeous imperial palace facades, an intriguing and creative spirit is still alive in St. Petersburg today. SRAS programs in St. Petersburg offer you a diverse choice of courses including Russian language, museum science, cultural diplomacy, literature, and international finance. Read More

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Kyiv

Ukraine is one of the world’s best known geopolitical hotspots right now. In addition to its conflict with Russia, Ukraine is also working through complex economic, demographic, and political issues that are deep-rooted in its history. SRAS Programs in Kyiv focus on policy and conflict studies, languages, and history. Our included cultural program will introduce you to Ukrainian culture and history. Travel is typically arranged each semester to Odessa or Lviv and students on our Policy and Conflict program additionally travel to locations such as Russia, Moldova, Georgia, and Armenia.

Warsaw

Perhaps more than any other European capital, this city reflects its turbulent history. Reduced to ruins in WWII, Warsaw is now home to one of the most dynamic economies in Europe and a booming modern culture. SRAS Students in Warsaw study on our unique Security and Society program, focusing on security studies, diversity, policy studies, and history. Students regularly travel to such cities such as Krakow, Berlin, Gdansk, or others. Students may also choose to serve a research internship as part of their coursework.

Bishkek

Although the capital of one of Central Asia’s poorest countries, Bishkek is also a modern, dynamic, and constantly evolving city with a rich history. One of the world’s oldest nomadic civilizations, nomadic traditions and pride remain strong here. SRAS Programs in Bishkek focus on anthropology, languages, and Central Asian studies. Our included cultural program will introduce you to Kyrgyz culture and history. Students on our Central Asian Studies program travel to locations such as Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and/or Turkmenistan.

Irkutsk

Tucked away in Siberia’s forests, this charming city welcomes visitors to Russia’s amazing nature and nearby Lake Baikal. Despite the quiet small-town feel, Irkutsk boasts an impressive cultural legacy, and is center stage for important environmental debates. SRAS Students in Irkutsk study on our Language and Environment program, focusing on language, environmentalism, sustainability, history, and indigenous populations. Our included cultural program will take you to Lake Baikal and Ulan Ude as well as introduce you to the diverse local cultures of Irkutsk.

Vladivostok

At the end of the long Trans-Siberian, this hilly coastal city can feel like the Earth’s edge. Yet, it’s also the beginning for commerce and investment flowing in from nearby Korea, Japan, and China. Russia’s Pacific Fleet is also based here, making Vladivostok a strategic focal point for Russia’s security development as well. SRAS students in Vladivostok study on our Russia and the Asia-Pacific program, with a strong focus on economic development and international relations. Our included cultural program will introduce you to Vladivostok, including its special economic zones and naval history. Programs typically include travel to Khabarovsk or Sakhalin.