Program Details
| Program Length | Start | End | Price | Age on Departure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Aug 18-21 | Jun 24-26 | $9,900 | 15-17.6 |
| Semester | Late January | Late June | $8,900 | 15-17.6 |
All programs to Russia depart from New York.
Age Explanation: Age on Departure reflect both the years and month(s) of the age of the applicant at the start of the program. For example, if the age is listed as 16.1 the applicant should be 16 years and 1 month at departure.
About Russia
Ask someone about Russia, and many people will talk about a cold, snowy place. It’s your time to change that way of thinking. Russia is a vast country; it covers one-eighth of the world’s surface and extends across 11 time zones. Rich in natural beauty, the country changes from steppes to mountains, deserts to tundra, grassy meadows to mighty rivers. Its cities offer some of the finest museums on earth, as well as world-class ballet, opera, theatre, and music. Family life is very important in Russia, and your home will probably include extended family members who will be happy to support you. You will also find a whole new cuisine, with many dishes based around pork, noodles, chicken, potatoes, cabbage, rice, and soups such as borscht (beet soup) and shchi (cabbage soup). Study abroad in Russia and experience family, school, and community life in this exciting and intriguing country!
Year and Semester Programs
The school year runs from September through May, with three short vacations between the terms. June is reserved for examinations. Required subjects include Russian literature, math, history, politics, psychology, foreign languages, sciences, art, music, and physical education. Schools sometimes offer extracurricular opportunities in dance, voice, music, or sports, and volunteers arrange cultural and social events. AFS Participants will attend an orientation and language camp. Students may also have the option to participate in one- or two-week exchanges to different regions of the country. AFS Russia gives a wonderful extra opportunity to see different regions from North to South through international camps for AFS Students and Russian teenagers.
View PDF Brochure for Russia School Programs.
