CIEE Summer Russian Area Studies in St. Petersburg, Russia

Location: Russia: St. Petersburg

Term: Summer

http://www.ciee.org

300 Fore Street Portland, ME 04101 United States

Call Us

Phone: 207-533-4000;
Toll-free: 800.40.STUDY

Fax: 207-553-5000

Description

The Summer Russian Area Studies program aims to help students gain a greater understanding of Russian politics, history, business, and culture. Students can also begin or continue their Russian language studies. Built by Peter the Great as a "Window to the West" and christened "The Cradle of the Great October Socialist Revolution," St. Petersburg serves as a perfect proving ground for a deeper understanding of the intriguing complexities of Russia's past and present.

Highlights

  • Experience the longest running study abroad program in Russia in spectacular St. Petersburg where the entire downtown is a protected UNESCO heritage site
  • Gain insight into Russian history, politics, business, and culture through courses taught in English; begin or continue your Russian language studies; Integrate yourself in a rich cultural program including local and regional excursions, visits to museums and historical sites, theaters, and interaction with locals
  • Live in 300-year old St. Petersburg, known as the "Venice of the North"

    • Degree Level

    Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

    Cost in US$:

    Please check the CIEE website for current program pricing.

    Cost Includes:

    Cost Include Description:

    Credit Available

    no

    Experience Required

    yes

    • Overall GPA 2.75
    • 0-3 semesters of college-level Russian or equivalent
    This Program is open to

    Worldwide Participant.

    Typical Living Arrangements
    • Home-stays

    Participants Travel to Russia

    Independently

    Application Process Involves
    • Letters of Reference
    • Other
    • Transcript
    • Written Application
    CIEE's Mission Statement

    Since 1947, the Council on International Educational Exchange, known as CIEE, has been in pursuit of its mission, "to help people gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world. Our services to young people studying, working, teaching, and traveling abroad are more important than ever.

    Year Founded

    1947

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