Bard College: Bishkek - Study Abroad at American University of Central Asia
- Hosted at: American University of Central Asia
- Location(s): Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
- Program Type(s): Study Abroad, Internship
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Students interested in Central Asia should take advantage of this opportunity to study in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan at the American University of Central Asia. Direct enrollment in a premiere Central Asian university will constitute the main focus of st... read more
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It was absolutely worth it. I think I learned a lost about how to appreciate and adapt to other cultures while you are in them every day, I think I learned more about what being impendent looks like (when you are so far from what used to be familiar so how to support yourself). I think I also just gained a lot of life long memor... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I was able to explore a new region of the world, be immersed in a culture that few in the States are even aware of, create lasting friendships, take courses in disciplines I would otherwise not have explored. I am so grateful I had the opportunity to spend a semester in Bishkek. A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
I know some of these are going to sound cheesy but I learned more about my own prejudices and misconceptions about people. This experience challenged my thinking about the U.S., Russia, Soviet times, propaganda, culture, religion, etc. I learned just how we assume things about each other and the history we learn in classrooms is... Roksana G - Middlebury College View Entire Review
I learned so much about Central Asian history, culture, languages, and customs while living in Kyrgyzstan. Anyone interested in learning a Turkic language, understanding the complexities of the Soviet Union, practicing Russian, or living a nomadic life should definitely consider studying abroad with this program. It was definite... A student - Wellesley College View Entire Review
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Students interested in Central Asia should take advantage of this opportunity to study in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan at the American University of Central Asia. Direct enrollment in a premiere Central Asian university will constitute the main focus of students' academic experience, with separate offerings in Russian language, Kyrgyz language, and a full liberal arts curriculum available. The language of instruction is English. Outside of the classroom, participants gain sensitivity to the region's unique traditions and are exposed first-hand to its contemporary development.
Program Type(s):
Study AbroadInternship
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
- Academic Year
Instruction Language(s):
- English
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Environmental Studies
- Area, Ethnic and Group Studies
- Central Asian Studies
- Communication and Media Studies
- Russian Language, Literature
- Liberal Arts, General Studies
- Mathematics, Statistics
- Anthropology
- Economics
- Geography
- Political Science and Government
- Sociology
- Drama, Theater, Theatre Arts
- History
