BA Russian Language and Literature at George Washington University

Programme overview

Take a journey through Russia, from its ancient origins to the present day. You’ll read Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, and Pushkin, watch Russian films and TV programs, and benefit from access to countless multimedia sites. As a student, not only will you gain an authentic and proficient knowledge of the Russian language and culture, you will have many opportunities to enjoy Russian music and food plus meet experts in Russia-related fields through our community events. Russian has been identified as a critical language by the U.S. government.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Romance, German, and Slavic Studies | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Undergraduate Programs. After completing SLAV 2006, students should consult their advisor to choose one of the following proficiency tracks: Emphasis on proficiency in speaking—students choosing this track must attain speaking proficiency at the intermediate high level, as measured by the ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview.

Career pathways

Our graduates have become diplomats, specialists in international law and security, businessmen, college professors, high school teachers, researchers, translators, and travel consultants.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University/college-level admission (applies to all majors): For information about the admission process, including deadlines, visit the Office of Undergraduate Admissions website. Applications can be submitted via the Common Application. For questions visit undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/contact-us.

USD 72,000 a year (2026-27). Full-time main campus undergraduate tuition for students entering in 2026-27 in the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business, Elliott School, Milken Institute School of Public Health or School of Engineering and Applied Science (12-18 cr Source

First-year students enter in the fall semester; transfer applications are accepted for fall and spring admission.

Early Decision I deadline is November 1 and Early Decision II is January 5 (both binding); the Regular Decision deadline is January 5. Applications use the Common Application. Transfer applications are due April 15 for fall and October 1 for spring. Testing is optional (SAT or ACT), except for BA/MD, homeschooled and narrative-evaluation applicants. BFA applicants (except Interior Architecture) submit a portfolio of 10 to 15 works through SlideRoom. The application fee is $80.

International applicants whose first language is not English submit TOEFL (minimum 90), IELTS (minimum 6.5) or PTE Academic scores.

Apply through the official page: https://undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/

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