Summer intensive Beginning Russian online through Harvard University

Take beginning Russian online this summer through Harvard University. They are currently accepting students and registration is open (now through June 15, 2026, but it is recommended to register immediately in order to secure a spot in the course):

https://courses.dce.harvard.edu/?details&srcdb=202603&crn=36130

Taught by Harvard Slavic faculty (Dr. Steven Clancy), this Zoom-based course is open to students from all over the world and does not require the additional expenses of relocation or room and board for the duration of the seven-week program.

Classes begin Monday, June 22 and run through Friday, August 7, 2026 (7-weeks).

The main course meets daily, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-12:00pm eastern daylight time. The conversation and practice section meets Monday-Thursday (Fridays off) 1:00-2:45pm eastern daylight time.

The course regularly draws students from a wide variety of backgrounds (high school, undergraduates, graduate students, professionals, and retirees). Students have joined us from the US, Europe, and Asia and take the course to satisfy academic, personal, and professional goals.

We’ve heard recently from several participants in this program in the past few years. This summer course enabled several of them to pursue graduate studies in Russian-related fields. High school students have gotten a start in Russian before continuing in university programs. Adults have been able to pursue lifelong goals of Russian language studies that have enriched their personal lives, work experience, and retirement.

Potential students can send questions to Dr. Steven Clancy <sclancy@fas.harvard.edu>.

RUSS S-Aab Intensive Elementary Russian
This intensive course provides a comprehensive introduction to modern Russian
language and culture for those who would like to speak Russian or use the
language for reading and research. Designed for students without any previous
knowledge of Russian, the course stresses all four major communicative skills
(speaking, listening comprehension, reading, and writing). Students are
introduced to Russian culture through readings, screenings, and class
discussions. This course prepares students to continue in Russian at the
intermediate level or for study or travel abroad in Russian-speaking
countries. Course covers both volumes of Live from Russia. Taught by Dr.
Steven Clancy.

$7960 tuition for 8 credits (a full academic year of Russian equivalent to two
semesters of study, over 150 contact hours).