Bachelor in Russian Language and Literature (Bachelor's)

Tuition fees for Bachelor in Russian Language and Literature (Bachelor's) are 69,030 USD per year.

This programme provides four years of study in Russian language, literature, culture, and film with three distinct tracks for majors. Students follow a structured language curriculum with intensive weekly classes and practice sessions led by Apprentice Teachers. Advanced courses emphasize analytical writing, oral presentation, and engagement with authentic cultural materials in Russian. The programme includes both language-specific courses and literature and culture courses taught in English for broader access.

Focus areas include Russian language acquisition, Russian literature in translation, Russian culture through film, Russian poetry and poetics, Interdisciplinary study with another discipline, Two-language study with another MLL language.

The programme requires a total of 120 credits, distributed across language courses, literature and culture courses, and track-specific requirements. Students complete four years of language study, including advanced writing and presentation work, and take courses in Russian literature and culture, some in English.

Graduates pursue careers in teaching, government, foreign relations, non-profit work, medicine, and graduate study.

Applicants must submit a completed application, official transcripts, and proof of English proficiency. No prior Russian language experience is required for entry into the introductory course.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four-year programme. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 31% of applicants.

Kenyon’s campus and village share Gambier, Ohio, and are connected by Middle Path. Students live on campus for all four years in residence halls, suites and apartments, with options including themed, gender-inclusive and substance-free housing. Peirce, the historic dining hall, serves as a central meeting place, while clubs, performances, lectures, multicultural celebrations and student organizations extend residential life. The Snowden Multicultural Center supports discussions, films, performances and special meals.

Kenyon offers more than 50 majors, minors and concentrations, with options to double major or design an individual major. Students choose one or more majors by the end of sophomore year and complete a senior capstone. Writing is part of every course of study: students read widely, write often and practice communicating with confidence. Opportunities include work with the Kenyon Review, science and nature writing, student literary magazines and The Kenyon Collegian. Faculty advising has been formal at Kenyon since 1841; students are paired with an advisor before arrival and later work with a major advisor.

International learning is integrated into the curriculum. Students from 53 countries contribute perspectives to the community, while globally connected courses link Kenyon classes with related courses at institutions outside the United States. More than 250 immersive study-abroad programs span 50+ countries, alongside signature programs in England and Italy and travel-embedded courses. Nearly half of each junior class participates in an off-campus learning opportunity. Merit scholarships, talent awards and need-based aid are available, and Kenyon commits to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need.