1st through 5th-Year Russian
10-Week Hybrid Program in Pittsburgh + Riga, Latvia
Students may combine 6 weeks of Russian language study at the University of Pittsburgh with a 4-week abroad component held in at the stunning capital city of the Latvia, Riga. While in Pittsburgh students attend supplemental films, lectures, and other activities centering on food, art, and culture. Russian classes in Pittsburgh will meet Monday - Friday from 9:00 am - 2:50 pm ET for 5 academic hours per day with a break for lunch. In Riga, students continue their intensive language learning in an immersive environment and enjoy an extensive cultural excursion program to points of interest in and around Riga and lessons in Latvian history and contemporary culture. The program includes organized social activities with Russian-speaking peers. Language classes during the abroad half of the program will be held at the Liden & Denz language school in central Riga.
DURATION:
LOCATION:
Pittsburgh, PA and Riga, Latvia. More information about housing in Pittsburgh is available on our Housing page. In Riga, students will live in a well-equipped hostel located a convenient distance (minutes on public transportation) from the language school.
Note: The price of housing abroad is included in the program cost.
ACADEMIC CREDIT:
ELIGIBILITY:
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
March 1st (After March 1st contact sliadmin@pitt.edu immediately to inquire about late application no later than April 1st)
Apply to Pittsburgh + Riga Program Here!
Program Fee:
$9,730 + university and university and study abroad fees (approximately $700)
Note: Program fee covers cost of housing abroad. Program fee does not include international airfare, accommodations in Pittsburgh, or meals in Pittsburgh or abroad. Accommodation abroad is included in the fee.
Funding Opportunities:
Explore other funding opportunities on the Funding Your Study page!