Summer: Russian as a Second Language
The Program
Study Russian intensively in Tbilisi, Georgia!
In Tbilisi, Georgia an intensive and supportive environment for Russian language study is paired with home stay to provide you with an immersive language and cultural experience. Out-of-classroom experiences and special lectures and workshops introduce you to local Georgian identity, history, and current issues in contemporary Georgia. Tbilisi is a very affordable option for study abroad, due to the many inclusions in this program and the generally low cost of living.
Program Locations
Georgia
Tbilisi
Tbilisi is the ancient capital of Georgia. Georgia was part of the world of the Ancient Greeks, it appears in Greek histories and myths, and the Georgians participated in the same classical humanities. Georgia was one of the world's first Christian kingdoms, having seen many of citizens converted by two of the original apostles, Simon and Andrew, in the first century. Although it has been ruled by Persians, Turks, and Slavs, the Georgians have always maintained a strong, independent orientation and a European identity. Tbilisi is a political, economic, and cultural hub, but is also still easy to navigate and the pace of life is slow enough that people still stop to have conversations with each other. Immerse yourself this summer in this green city rich with history, broad boulevards, and a diverse mix of people. (Source https://sras.heiapply.com/catalog/programs/10514
Academics
Rutgers is partnering with the study abroad provider SRAS to offer this program to our students. The course is organized by SRAS and the credits will be recognized as Rutgers credits. All SRAS Russian as a Second Language programs aim to immerse you in the language with a combination of classroom hours, peer tutoring (conversation partners), and other out-of-classroom experiences.
Small, intensive Russian language classes aim to immerse you in the language for significant gains in your fluency, comprehension, and cultural knowledge, using a combination of classroom hours, peer tutoring (conversation partners), and other out-of-classroom experiences. Small, intensive classes focus on reading, writing, grammar, speaking, comprehension, and phonetics for 20 hours per week.Summer (8 weeks): 160 hours/8 credits. All credits count toward the Russian major and Russian Language or Language & Literature minor tracks. A placement test, administered at Rutgers, will determine your level of study after your return.
Housing and Meals
Housing
In Tbilisi you will stay with a host family and provided with two meals per day. Homestays in Tbilisi vary, sometimes housing you with a family and sometimes with a single, older person or couple. In all cases, however, your host(s) will be experienced and ready to include you in coversations and daily life. Home stays are a phenomenal way to boost your Russian language and immerse yourself in the local culture.
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Partner School
Novamova is a private language school founded in 2001. Novamova is a modern school using innovative and immersive teaching methods. The school actively combines intensive classroom training with hands-on, practical usage through conversation partners, various masterclasses, discussion groups, film and literature clubs, and more. Novamova has quickly developed a strong international reputation and partners directly with a number of well-known American universities and educational organizations. With schools in Kyiv and Tbilisi, NovaMova leads educational programming throughout Ukraine, Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Moldova.
Financial Information
Program Costs
| NJ Resident | non-NJ Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| Program Cost | $9650 | $10530 |
Program Cost includes:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Some meals
- Excursions
- Administrative Fees
- Emergency Medical Access Abroad
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $1,700 |
| Meals | $600 |
| Books and Classroom Materials | $75 |
| Local Transportation | $200 |
| Personal Expenses | $300 |
| Total | $2,875.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket, while some of these expenses, such as meals and personal expenses, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.
Scholarships
Faculty Leaders Contact
ASSISTANT TEACHING PROFESSOR, RUSSIAN & EAST EUROPEAN LANGUAGES, LANGUAGE COORDINATOR, RUSSIAN PROGRAM. For questions about credit equivalency, please email Prof. Anderson cori.anderson@rutgers.edu