Overview

The Russian B.A. at Portland State University provides students with the linguistic and analytical tools necessary to master a language spoken by over 200 million people. This undergraduate programme focuses on building professional proficiency while exploring the diverse history, literature, and contemporary cultures of Eurasia. Students benefit from a curriculum designed to foster cross-cultural communication skills essential for today’s global workforce.

Why Russian at Portland State University?

Portland State University offers a unique environment for language immersion, situated in a region where Russian is the third most widely spoken language. The programme features small class sizes that ensure personalised attention from expert faculty experienced in teaching both beginners and heritage speakers. Students can engage with the local Russian-speaking community, which is one of the largest in the United States.

The institution is also home to the Russian Flagship Program, one of only eight federally funded initiatives of its kind in the country. This allows students to pair their language studies with any major while working towards professional-level fluency. Additionally, the university provides robust study abroad opportunities in locations such as Kazakhstan, supported by specialised scholarships and intensive conversation practice.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 34599 per year
National fee: USD 34599 per year
Local fee: USD 12999 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to transition students from foundational communication to advanced cultural and literary analysis. Modules may include:

Russian Literature
Russian Culture
Russian Film
Russian History
Russian Folklore
Cross-Cultural Communication

Careers with Russian

Graduates from the programme are equipped for diverse international roles, having developed strong critical thinking and translation abilities. The degree serves as a gateway to careers in national security, diplomacy, international trade, and technical writing. Many alumni also pursue paths in education, social work, publishing, and localisation services.

Recent graduates have secured prestigious positions with high-profile organisations and government agencies. Employment destinations include:

NASA
U.S. Department of State
U.S. Department of Defense
Eurasia Foundation
Bolshoi Ballet
Rubicon Atlas

Furthermore, the programme provides a solid foundation for advanced graduate studies in law, international relations, and specialised area studies, allowing students to further refine their expertise in the Russian-speaking world.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Russian Fairy Tales and Folklore

Russian Culture and Civilization

Russian Film Topics

Topics: Poets and Politics

Globalization

Environmental Sustainability

Russian in the Major

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-05 00:00:00
Starting 2027-03-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-05 00:00:00
Starting 2027-07-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-07-05 00:00:00

Language

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Credits

180 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Portland, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

You must have a cumulative (overall) grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.5 when converted to the U.S. 4.0 grading scale.
Meet the English Language Proficiency Requirement. You may be admitted to Portland State University and an Intensive English Language Program (IELP) pathway if you do not meet PSU's English Language Proficiency Requirement. Learn more about PSU’s English language programs.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

34599 USD / year

≈ 34599 USD / year
Out-of-State

34599 USD / year

≈ 34599 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12999 USD / year

≈ 12999 USD / year

Living costs

Portland

United States

1271 - 2262 USD / month

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