BA in Russian in Rochester United States | University of Rochester

The University of Rochester provides academic programs in both Russian language and Russian studies. The Russian major, minor, and clusters fall under the humanities division, while Russian studies options can be counted toward either humanities or social sciences.
Rochester's Russian program features coursework ranging from introductory to advanced language instruction, contemporary Russian politics, 19th-20th century literature, cultural studies including art and cinema, plus specialized classes on authors like Tolstoy and Nabokov. Previously operating a summer program in St. Petersburg through the Modern Languages and Cultures (MLC) Department, the university has transitioned to offering a biennial Russian language program in Tallinn, Estonia since 2022 due to geopolitical circumstances. Participants reside with Russian-speaking host families while learning from native instructors. Qualified students may apply for Mildred R. Burton Travelling Fellowships, a longstanding program supporting summer study abroad opportunities.
With favorable class sizes, many Russian majors combine their studies with additional disciplines. Alumni have achieved success across diverse fields including academia, international commerce, educational exchange programs, NGO work, and legal professions in both Russia and the United States.