American Councils (ACTR): The Caucasus Today - Security, Conflict, and Culture
American Councils (ACTR)
American Councils (ACTR): Taiwan Intensive Summer Language Program (TISLP)
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Experience the South Caucasus’s legendary hospitality, vibrant culture, and ancient history while developing a new understanding of the social, religious, and geopolitical forces that both unite and divide this vital region. Based in Armenia’s cap... read more
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This newly designed program offers graduate and undergraduate students the opportunity to combine Russian language study with courses (taught in English) on the historical, religious, economic, and political forces shaping the South Caucasus today. Students examine both the causes of conflict and the foundations for potential lasting peace in this complex region, with particular focus on Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia. In addition to Russian language, students receive academic semester credit in such fields as international studies, political science, and history. No prior study of Russian is required for the program.
All Russian-language courses are conducted in small groups by faculty who are specially trained to teach Russian to foreign students. In some instances, students may join participants in the Russian Language and Areas Studies Program language-track for these classes. All content courses are taught by YSU faculty with native English-language proficiency.
Students travel to Tbilisi, Georgia for an extended weekend as part of the program.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadProgram Length(s):
- Fall
- Spring
Instruction Language(s):
- Russian
- English
Minimum GPA:
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American Councils (ACTR) Scholarships
As a way to thank our returning participants, all American Councils Study Abroad Alumni who have completed an AC program at the time of application and enroll in another AC Study Abroad program will automatically receive a $250 credit towards an online program, $500 credit towards a summer program, or a $1,000 credit towards a semester program. Interested alumni should indicate their alumni status within the financial aid section of the online program application.
$250-$1,000
Fellowship Snapshot Eligibility Upper-level undergraduates (juniors and seniors) and graduate students are eligible to apply. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. Award Amount Up to $2,000 (summer); up to $6,000 (semester); up to $12,000 (academic year) Available On All American Councils study abroad programs Established in honor of American Councils’ founder and President Emeritus and his four decades of leadership in the field of international education, the Dan E. Davidson Fellowship supports highly qualified and deserving individuals who would otherwise not have the opportunity to build the language skills that allow them to operate, negotiate, and establish ties in countries critical to U.S. economic, political, and social interests through language study and area studies coursework. Carrying on Dr. Davidson’s legacy, fellowship recipients demonstrate a dedication to successful international collaboration and the development of greater mutual understanding between the U.S. and countries around the world. Fellowships of up to $2,000 will be awarded for summer study, up to $6,000 for semester study and up to $12,000 for academic-year programs. To be eligible for the Dan E. Davidson Fellowship, applicants must: Meet the requirements of their selected program; Be a U.S. citizen; Be enrolled in and have completed two academic years of study at an accredited college or university by the start of their program; Demonstrate a commitment to becoming culturally aware citizens, contributing to a mutual understanding, and advancing successful international collaboration; Demonstrate financial need. To be considered for the Dan E. Davidson Fellowship, simply indicate your wish to be considered for financial aid when completing the application for your selected program and complete all the questions and forms that follow. At the conclusion of their term abroad, participants receiving the Dan E. Davidson Fellowship are expected to meet with donors and write an essay about their study abroad experience.
$2000-$12,000
