St. Petersburg has been Russia's cultural and political center since its creation by Peter the Great in the early 18th Century. This magical city is famous for its rivers, canals and bridges, its spectacular Orthodox Churches, broad riverways and little winding  canals. Students earn 6 to 9 credits studying in one of the world's most beautiful cities. 

Participants study at Russia’s oldest university for 4 weeks, taking courses in Russian language and culture. Students also participate in the New York—St. Petersburg Institute of Cognitive and Cultural Studies, an interdisciplinary summer school attracting students from across Russia and throughout Europe.

• One month study program in the magical atmosphere of St. Petersburg in the summer
• Interdisciplinary curriculum designed to accommodate a wide range of student interests
• Cultural program created to best experience the classical and modern wonders of St. Petersburg’s cultural heritage including the Heritage Museum, the canals and courtyards, and the White Nights

3-6 credits of electives selected from the following :

• CLT 335 Interdisciplinary Study of Film (DEC G) – 3 credits
• HUM 122 Images of Women in Literature (DEC B) – 3 credits
• HUM 201 Film Genres (DEC D) – 3 credits
• HUM 220 Cross-Cultural Encounters (DEC G) – 3 credits
• HUR 249 Russia Today (DEC I) – 3 credits
• LIN 101 Introduction to Linguistics (DEC F) – 3 credits
• LIN 425 Special Topics in Linguistics – 3 credits
• LIN 426 Special Topics in Linguistics – 3 credits
• LIN 487 Directed Research in Linguistics – 3 credits

3-4 credits from the following :

• RUS 111 Elementary Russian I – 4 credits
• RUS 112 Elementary Russian II – 4 credits
• RUS 211 Intermediate Russian I – 3 credits
• RUS 212 Intermediate Russian II – 3 credits
• RUS 311 Russian Conversation and Composition I – 3 credits
• RUS 312 Russian Conversation and Composition II – 3 credits
• RUS 411 Advanced Russian I – 3 credits
• RUS 412 Advanced Russian II – 3 credits
• RUS 439 Structure of Russian – 3 credits
• RUS 447 Directed Readings in Russia – 3 credits

• Language proficiency is NOT required.
• All undergraduate and graduate students in good academic standing may apply.

• Administrative Fee: $200
• Undergraduate Tuition: $207/credit for NY residents, $536/credit for non-residents.  Graduate Tuition: $328/credit for NY residents, $552/credit for non-residents.
• Program Fee: $1,350 (includes housing, group excursions, and international health insurance)
• Visa Fee: $150
• Airfare: Students are encouraged to book flights early to secure the best price.

• Applications are due May 1, 2010.
• Late applications will be considered at the Program Director's discretion.