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RUSSIA: Moscow
Russia is experiencing a profound transformation since the collapse of the USSR in 1991. The country has moved from communism to capitalism, from authoritarian rule to a democracy, from religious intolerance to religious freedom and from state-controlled academia to privately funded research and education. Moscow is the heart of Russia, its political capital and center of commerce, religion, science education and culture. Ten million people call Moscow home.

THE UNIVERSITY
Moscow State University (MSU), founded in 1755 has a long standing tradition of academic excellence. It is the top scientific and educational institution within Russia and one of the leading universities in the world. MSU has a history of distinguished faculty and researchers, including Nobel and Fields Medal Laureates.

• Academic community consists of 45,000 students
• 40% of students are international.
• Home to the tallest academic building in the world

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

City, Country	Moscow, Russia
Session	Semester, Academic Year and/or Summer
Dates	Fall Semester: early September - mid December Spring Semester: early February - late May Summer: early July - late July
Requirements	2.5 GPA
Application Deadline	Fall Semester: June 10 Spring Semester: October 15 Summer: March 10 NOTES: Sudents interested in Summer programs must apply through the Clark Center for International Education at SUNY Cortland. Sudents interested in Semester or Academic Year programs must apply through the Office of International Education at SUNY Albany. A non-refundable application fee must be included with the application.
Travel Information	Flight booked by participant. Travel planning, coordination and assistance provided by the Knowledge Exchange Institute.
Program Costs	Fall Semester: $9,950 Spring Semester: $9,950 Summer Session: $5,995 The program price includes tuition and academic fees at the host university abroad, housing, comprehensive medical and travel insurance, predeparture guides and advising, Onsite Director and support, airport welcome, program orientation, cultural excursions and use of a mobile telephone. Students must factor in additional costs such as college fees, airfare, visa, personal expenses, etc. A program budget with estimated total costs is available at the Clark Center for International Education at SUNY Cortland.
Program Excursions	The following excursions and cultural activities are included with this program. Moscow City Tour Russian Ballet or Circus Vladimir Suzdal St Petersburg and Peterhof (extended overnight)
Course Information	SEMESTER OPTIONS: 15 credits per semester Russian Studies Seminar is required Russian Language is required* Students select additional courses from the following academic disciplines: Russian Business, Law and Diplomacy Russian Culture & Regional Studies SUMMER OPTIONS: 6 credits Russian Studies Seminar is required Russian Language is required* * Russian language may be waived for students who take all courses taught in Russian. Click here for detailed course information.
Accommodations	Students live in university dormitories on campus with easy access to public transportation. Bedrooms are either single or double occupancy with a shared bathroom. Rooms are furnished.
Program Notes	This program is a cooperative effort between SUNY Albany, SUNY Cortland and the Knowledge Exchange Institute (KEI). KEI provides logistical and student services, including predeparture guides and advising, on-site support (airport welcome, orientation, supervision, etc.), pre-registration for courses at the host university, housing arrangements, cultural excursions, medical and travel insurance, and mobile telephone. SUNY students applying for the Semester or Academic Year program must follow the SUNY Albany application process. SUNY students applying for the Summer program must follow the SUNY Cortland application process. All fees, including application fee and program fee, must be paid to SUNY Albany or SUNY Cortland, depending on term of study.