Novice language learners are accepted. PATA encourages students who have studied other languages to consider immersion in Russian. Classes are taught by St. Petersburg State University staff. Students receive 80 contact hours on a university transcript which represent 4-5 hours of college credit.
Organized excursions provide a mobile culture classroom.
Itinerary Day 1. . . . Fly to Russia. Day 2. . . . Arrive in St. Petersburg and meet your host family. Days 3-7. . . .