Study Abroad in St. Petersburg: Overview

Spend 5 weeks studying in the most European Russian city. Founded in 1703 as Russia's "Window to the West", it still retains many of the Baroque splendors of the former empire, more bridges than Venice and fairytale atmosphere of gold-domed churches, elaborate palaces and riverside parks.

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Program at a glance

  • 5-week language seminar in St. Petersburg, Russia
  • Open to high school graduates, college freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors
  • No previous Russian language study required
  • Program fee includes tuition, housing, meal allowance, London visit, excursions and cultural activities, trip to Moscow, and more. Optional travel package available.
  • Earn up to 7 semester credits
  • Courses: Russian language seminar plus courses taught in English in art history, history, political science and sociology
  • The local AIFS Resident Director and staff organize cultural activities and housing, act as a liaison between students and the university, and are available 24/7 in case of emergencies
  • Transcripts issued by St. Petersburg State Polytechnic University
  • Visa required. AIFS obtains visas for the dates of the program only. By April 1, participants must have a passport that is valid for at least 18 months after the end of the program.

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