Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
The Bard-AUCA study abroad program offers intellectually adventurous students a unique opportunity to study side by side, in English or Russian, with peers from 25 different countries at the region’s most prestigious university. Students interested in anthropology, Central Asian studies, political science, Soviet studies, or Russian and Central Asian languages will find an exciting and rigorous liberal arts curriculum that develops students’ skills and cultural aptitude, both of which will foster sensitivity to the region’s rich traditions, as well as an adaptability to its democratic development.
Program Information
Terms Available: year, semester
Type of Program: Exchange
Languages of Instruction: English, Russian
Language Prerequisite: Courses at the Liberal Arts Track are taught in English. The Russian Language Track is open to students with at least two years of college-level Russian.
- GPA Requirement: 3.0
- Credits: 15-18
Application
Application Deadline: Summer: March 15; Fall/Academic Year: April 1; Spring Semester: November 1
Housing:
Residence Dorm, Host Family
Students may choose from two housing options:
Host family: Homestays foster language acquisition and provide a support network outside of AUCA. Our host families know that language acquisition is important to students and are often ready to spend time talking with them, answering their questions, and sometimes even helping with homework. Students have a private room, with access to a washing machine, and are provided two meals a day. The host family also provides clean linens. Families chosen to host Bard Abroad students are interviewed at home by members of the AUCA on-site staff.
Residence hall: Located in the 6th Microdistrict, a residential area of Bishkek, the residence hall is close to movie theaters, bowling, shopping, and the new AUCA campus. Bard Abroad students have access to Wi-Fi, laundry, study area, a common space, kitchen, and large courtyard. The rooms are doubles with linens, blankets and one towel provided. Students can prepare their own meals in the kitchen area or purchase meals at local eateries. There is a bazaar with shops in front of the dorm where students can buy food. There are also two restaurants in the bazaar and several nearby cafes that offer regional and Turkish food.
Course Information
To see pre-approved transfer courses for this program and the Reed requirements they fulfill, click the link below.
Submit the if you want to take a course that:
- Is not on the list of pre-approved transfer courses
- Is listed, but you want it to fulfill a different requirement
Please be aware that some departments have specific policies regarding how transfer courses fulfill major/minor requirements. Check in with your academic advisor to review any department-specific information.
See course information for American University of Central Asia (AUCA-Bard)
Areas of Study
Division of the Arts
Division of History and Social Sciences
Division of Literature and Languages
Division of Mathematical and Natural Sciences
Division of Philosophy, Religion, Psychology, and Linguistics
Financial
Cost to attend
ÌÇÐÄvlogÊÓƵ charges the same tuition fees for a semester or year off-campus as for a semester or year spent on campus, plus the off-campus program's actual room and board fees. Students are encouraged to choose programs based on their academic, rather than financial needs, to reflect ÌÇÐÄvlogÊÓƵ's belief that all students regardless of financial circumstances should have the opportunity to study abroad.
Financial aid continues for eligible students during their participation in an off-campus program. Students should discuss how other outside aid may impact their existing aid package with the financial aid office.
Immigration
Visa Deadlines and Requirements
At the time of application, students must have a valid passport, be in the process of obtaining a new passport, or be in the process of renewing a current passport. According to US immigration regulations, passports must be valid for a minimum of six months after the program end date.