CIEE: St. Petersburg - Russian Area Studies
- Hosted at: Saint Petersburg State University
- Location(s): St. Petersburg, Russia
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad
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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 ... read more
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Incredible experience learning all about Russia and its people and its culture. A student - Trinity University View Entire Review
Invaluable experience. Jack - Trinity University View Entire Review

I improved my language skills, learned a lot of vital information that will help me with my major and future career goals, and I was able to learn the other point of view in U.S.-Russia relations. It was definitely worthwhile. A student - Western Washington University View Entire Review
It was definitely worth while. I learned how to live and learn in a new environment where I was not fluent in the language. BIANKA M - University of the Pacific View Entire Review
Hell yes it was worthwhile! Ely D - The University of Texas at Austin View Entire Review
Russian language, comfort in working in Russia, and yes - very much so. The courses weren't great, but being there was. Gaucho166 - University of California - Riverside View Entire Review
Very worth while. not only did i learn in the class room but i learned a lot about myself as well. Mallory S - University of the Pacific View Entire Review

Extremely. I learned so much about Russian culture and about the people of Russian Devon B - University of the Pacific View Entire Review
It was extremely worthwhile and other than my housing, I was very satisfied with my experience abroad. Kelly K - Barnard College View Entire Review
I got better at dealing/being with people. I felt at peace with myself knowing that I put myself out there A student - Trinity University View Entire Review
Completely worth while. I would do it again in a heartbeat. I met life long friends, and other people who changed my life and my self. I learned to let go and deal with what I can't change, while taking control of what I could. I found self confidence I have lacked my entire life. Becca S - University of Wisconsin - LaCrosse View Entire Review
Language A student - University of the Pacific View Entire Review
I did a lot of growing up in Russia. Realized a lot about myself, and found my world views completely changed. Most people chose to study abroad in easy countries where the language is easy and the parties are common. Russia is a country that will challenge you in a way that you have never been challenged before. It will frus... Alec L - Trinity University View Entire Review
I learned to much to say- it was the best decision Ive made so far in college A student - University of Arkansas - Fayetteville View Entire Review
I would not mind living and working in St. Petersburg for a short time. C.J. R - Trinity University View Entire Review
Definitely. Left knowing NOTHING about Russia, still came back with more questions than answers, but with a slight insight into the mystery. MARGARET F - University of the Pacific View Entire Review

I am very glad I studied abroad. I was able to make friends with Russians, and understand what challenges I am ready to face ( and which ones I am not). I think studying in Russia helped me learn a lot about myself. Julia S - Tufts University View Entire Review
It was definitely worthwhile. I learned so much about Russia, made some wonderful friends, and even want to go back! It really lends some perspective to your university studies, which can be a bit of a bubble. Megan C - Tufts University View Entire Review
About
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- English
- Russian
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Area Studies
- Russian, Central and East European Studies
- Russian Studies
- Russian Language, Literature
Minimum GPA:
2.5Website
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CIEE Scholarships
Qualifying programs: all summer, semester or year-long CIEE programs
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Current attendee at an MSI
$2,000 for semester, $1,000 for internship, $500 for summer
Open to all CIEE alum and participants from high school and college study abroad, teach abroad, and tefl certifcations.
$200
Travel costs to and from study abroad or internship program. Pell-eligible; first-come, first-served.
$1,000
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Sustainability and the Environment, or Tropical Ecology and Conservation summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs that offer research opportunities. Please check the home page of your program of interest to see what awards are offered for that program.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Deduction off of non‑consecutive in‑person terms for CIEE alumni or sibling of alumni.
10% discount
Qualifying programs: CIEE summer, semester, or year-long programs in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Please check the home page of your program of interest to see what awards are offered for that program.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Qualifying programs: CIEE’s Community and Public Health summer, semester or year-long programs.
$2,500 toward semester program costs, or $750 toward summer program costs
Enroll in more than one four-week summer session
20%
Federal Pell Grant-eligible students can receive a GAIN Travel Grant up to $1,000 when they complete their CIEE Scholarships and Grants application by our published deadlines. Gilman Scholarship applicants can receive a CIEE Go Global Grant AND a GAIN Travel Grant totally up to $4,000!
Up to $1,000 per student
CIEE offers substantial grants for students who choose our innovative Open Campus Block program. Available at 13 CIEE Global Institutes around the globe, Open Campus invites students across majors to study in up to three international locations in one semester.
Up to $3,000 per student
To increase access to study abroad by more students from Minority Serving Institutions (MSI), CIEE will cover 100% of program fees and travel costs for 10 students from 10 different MSIs to participate in an intensive 4-week, 3-credit summer study abroad program. To become a Frederick Douglass Global Fellow, students must be nominated and receive letters of recommendation.
100% of program fee and travel costs
Students who enroll in more than one four-week session receive a 20% discount off each additional session.
20% discount
Qualified applicants not chosen for a full fellowship are guaranteed a $1,500 program grant and possible university match, $3,000***
$1,500 per student
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