RUSSIAN
LANGUAGE & CULTURE STUDY

Изучение русского языка и культуры

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RUSSIAN LANGUAGE & CULTURE STUDY 

Our Russian Language Program offers a comprehensive curriculum with introductory, intermediate, and advanced proficiency levels, carefully aligned with the standards of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) and the Test of Russian as a Foreign Language (TORFL) (Тест по русскому языку как иностранному – ТРКИ). Students may enroll in either short-term or long-term study programs to develop practical communication skills, earn academic credit, prepare for internationally recognized proficiency examinations, and enhance their academic, professional, and career opportunities.

PROGRAM SPECIALTIES 

• Classes are typically limited to three to five students per instructor, allowing for greater in-person interaction and attention.
• Each section consists of eight two-hour sessions, held once or twice per week, and can be completed in either eight or four weeks. Upon completing the section, students can then enroll in the next level of that section.
• Classes are taught by qualified and experienced Russian-speaking native or near-native instructors.
• Students who achieve a score of eighty-five or above may receive a certificate attesting to their proficiency in the language.
• The JPLI offers CEFR exam preparation courses to help students demonstrate mastery of various proficiency levels in Russian.
• Tuition is priced at 629 dollars per every completed section of sixteen in-class hours. There is a one-time sixty-five dollar registration fee.
• The JPLI offers a three-percent tuition reward to students who score at least a ninety overall in their class, encouraging them to continue their language development.
• Student internships or work study programs are available to qualified students.​​

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◼ Summer 2026

• Session 1: 05/19 - 07/16
• Session 2:  07/18 - 08/31 

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◼ ​​Fall & Winter Sessions,

• Session I: 08/24 - 11/01
• Session II: 10/19 - 12/20​
• Session III: 12/21- 03/16

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◼ Spring 2027

• Session 1: 01/27 - 03/16
• Session 2:  03/17 - 05/18 

Enrollment Open 

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• Asian Language Schedule 
• European Language Schedule

GENERAL INFORMATION

Method	Small in-person classes
Course Length​	Eight two-hour sessions, meeting once a week, totaling to sixteen hours overall.  *Number of sections tailored to students' proficiency levels
Language	English and Russian
Proficiency Levels​	1. Introductory (Four sections total)  2. Intermediate (Sixteen sections total)  3. Advanced (Eight sections total)​
Instructors	Experienced native or bilingual near-native Russian language professors
Supplementary Material	Online videos, electronic resources, etc.
Tuition	$728 per section
Registration Fee	$75 (one time and non-refundable) ​
Location	Melville or Bayshore

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LEARN RUSSIAN TODAY!

• Russian is widely spoken around the world and is used as a lingua franca across several countries in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, including Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and many other nations.
• Russia is among the largest producers of natural resources globally, making it a significant player in the business world and contributing to its influence around the world.
• Those studying science may find Russian to be a valuable asset, given Russia's history of scientific discovery and ongoing contributions to various fields.
• Russian language and culture boasts a rich tradition in the arts, famous for its elegant ballet, beautiful classical music, intriguing literary masterpieces, and more.
• Consider studying Russian to tap into the great opportunities this language can provide you with. You never know where it may lead you!

Introductory Russian

Intermediate Russian

Advanced Russian