eurasian regional language program (erlp)
The Eurasian Regional Language Program (ERLP) offers intensive, highly-individualized instruction in 10 Eurasian languages. Through homestays, cultural activities, and conversation partners, participants enjoy an unprecedented opportunity to immerse themselves in daily local life while receiving ongoing support and guidance from American Councils expert, overseas staff.
Program Features
Study the language and culture of a Eurasian country. Languages offered include:
- Armenian in Yerevan, Armenia
- Georgian in Tbilisi, Georgia
- Kazakh in Almaty, Kazakhstan
- Romanian and Ukrainian in Chisinau, Moldova
- Persian (Dari, Farsi, Tajiki), Pashto, and Uzbek in Dushanbe, Tajikistan
Available during Fall, Spring, Academic Year, and Summer (8 week) terms.
15 – 20 hours per week of intensive coursework in the target language’s grammar, vocabulary, and phonetics. Conducted by faculty from leading local universities, coursework also includes topics in literature, history, politics, and regional studies.
Participants earn 15-16 U.S. academic credits per semester (8-10 for summer) in the target language and regional studies through Bryn Mawr College.
Housing with carefully-selected, experienced host families who provide two meals per day.
Cultural activities & excursions designed to give participants a deeper understanding of daily life, culture, and history in the host country. While excursions and activities vary from year to year and by location, past participants have enjoyed excursions to Hissor Fortress (Tajikistan), Tbilisi City Museum (Georgia), Charyn Canyon (Kazakhstan), Lake Sevan (Armenia), and Old Orhei Monastery (Moldova).
Comprehensive health, accident, and evacuation insurance for all participants abroad.
Financial Aid
Financial aid from American Councils is available for ERLP. Please visit our Financial Aid page to learn more about available scholarships.
Eligibility Requirements
Minimum 2.7 GPA
At least 18 years old by application deadline
Application Deadlines
Summer programs: February 15
Fall and Academic Year programs: March 15
Spring programs: October 15
Interested in learning more?
Complete program information, including an online application, is available on the
Eurasian Regional Language Program (ERLP) website.
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