Armenian at Yerevan State University
Located in the heart of the Caucasus region, with a stunning view of the majestic Mount Ararat, Yerevan is the capital and largest city of the newly independent Republic of Armenia. One of the oldest cities of the world, with a population of roughly one million, Yerevan offers a wide variety of educational and cultural opportunities, in a friendly and safe social environment. The city is dotted with ancient churches, monuments, restaurants, cafes, and other recreational facilities. Students will study at Yerevan State University.
Yerevan State University was founded May 16, 1919. There are over 110 departments. The university has approximately 9,500 undergraduates, including 300 students from abroad. Instruction is in Armenian, but instruction is available in Russian and English.
Semesters run September 1 - December 15 and January 1 - May 15.
Participants may attend either semester alone or enroll for a year-long, two-semester program.
Each semester, participants take eight credits of Armenian and six credits in Armenian history and culture, as well as analysis of contemporary institutions, politics, and society. Participants are registered as ASU students and qualify for up to 14 hours per semester of ASU residence credit. Credit and grades for Yerevan State University classes appear on ASU transcripts.
The program is open to upper division and graduate students with a GPA of at least 3.0 who have completed two semesters of Armenian. Candidates not at this level should consider attending the ASU Critical Languages Institute the summer before participating in this program.
ASU provides a resident director to help students arrange housing and local travel, register for courses, negotiate the Yerevan State University system, etc.
Program costs include tuition, fees, and supplemental instructional costs of approximately $5,400 per semester. Additional expenses include passport and visa fees, insurance, personal expenses, and room and board, estimated at $5,500 per semester. (Actual figures may be higher or lower depending on program enrollment and exchange rates.)
Most ASU scholarships, grants, and loans can be applied to this program. Students should consult with financial aid counselors. The Center for Global Educational Services provides scholarships available on a competitive basis. Students are encouraged to apply for fellowships supporting study and research in the region.
Students are registered at ASU and qualify for up to 14 hours per semester of ASU residence credit. Upon completion of the semester, the ASU course credit and grade equivalency of each course taken in Yerevan will be assigned to the student's ASU transcript.
Apply on line through the Study abroad office. Applications are due March 1 for the fall semester program and academic year program and October 1 for the spring semester program.