Russian and Eastern European StudiesBachelor of Arts

Why study Russian and Eastern European Studies at Gustavus?

The Russian and Eastern European Studies program prepares students beyond language proficiency as you will also explore the rich culture, civilization, history, and economics of Russia and Eastern and Central European nations. Students are encouraged to participate in one of the study abroad opportunities in Russia or Eastern Europe.

Course Examples

Every year, Gustavus faculty teach more than 1,800 courses - you'll be able to choose what interests you. Maybe one of these courses from Russian and Eastern European Studies will be on your class schedule.

  • RUS-223Russian Literature since 1900
  • RUS-253Composition
  • RUS-22119th-Century Russian Literature
  • RUS-251Conversation and Phonetics
Nikita Sandstrom ’23, Russian and Eastern European Studies Major

The language classes are a well-balanced mix of academic and modern terms so while you can understand the base, there are modern terms mixed in so a student such as I can hold conversations and navigate a modern Eastern Europe.

Nikita Sandstrom ’23, Russian and Eastern European Studies Major

What can I do with a degree in Russian and Eastern European Studies?

The Russian and Eastern European Studies major is adaptable - and valuable - leading to many different fields and fulfilling careers. Here are a few popular paths, but a Gustavus degree can take you anywhere.

  • Foreign Service
  • Translation
  • Interpretation
  • Counseling
  • Cultural Center Administration
  • International Organizations
$49,253
Average salary 5 years post graduation Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer from the U.S. Census Bureau
75%  Ultimately attended graduate or professional school
11:1  Student to Faculty Ratio
72  Majors
100%  of courses taught by faculty members

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