Russian Heritage Speakers Program

American Councils (ACTR)
Fall, Academic Year, Spring, Summer
Almaty, Kazakhstan (Map)
Yerevan, Armenia (Map)
Moscow (Temporarily Suspended), Russia (Map)
St. Petersburg (Temporarily Suspended), Russia (Map)
Vladamir (Temporarily Suspended), Russia (Map)

Customized to the individual needs of each participant, the Russian Heritage Speakers Program serves students who grew up speaking Russian at home or with family and wish to strengthen their language skills. Program features include homestays, weekly excursions, travel to other regions of the host country, conversation partners, and a wide range of opportunities to pursue hobbies and personal interests in a Russian context.
https://www.studyabroad.americancouncils.org/hsp
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University (KazNU), KORA Center for Russian Language Study, Moscow International University, Russian State Pedagogical (Herzen) University, Yerevan State University
At least 18 years old, Good academic standing, Minimum GPA of 2.7, Must be Russian heritage speaker
Term Apply
Academic Year 2025-2026
Fall 2025
Summer 2025
Type:
Intensive Language Study
Duration:
Multiple Terms Available
Language of Instruction:
Russian
Special Features:
24/7 Emergency Support, Cultural Excursions, Independent Travel, Conversation Partners, Volunteer Opportunities, Internships, Research Projects, Course Auditing, Overseas Insurance Coverage

Program Provider

American Councils (ACTR)

Host Institution