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Study in Kazakhstan

Language(s) Offered
Kazakh

Location
Almaty, Kazakhstan
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Academic Program
Participants studying Kazakh in Almaty will receive approximately 15 hours per week of classroom instruction, led by expert faculty from leading local universities and educational institutions. Courses are designed to strengthen speaking, listening, reading, and writing proficiency in the language of study. Courses in literature, history, politics, culture, and area studies are available for advanced students. Read More

Housing and Meals
All participants live with local host families in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Read More

Pre-Departure Orientation
Before leaving the U.S., ALL program participants are required to attend a mandatory pre-departure orientation program at the American Councils Washington, D.C. office. Read More

In Country Support and Orientation
American Councils regional offices, employing more than 375 expatriates and host-country nationals, provide logistical support for participants on the Eurasian Regional Language Program. Read More

Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Eurasian Regional Language Program in Kazakhstan, applicants must have completed at least one year of college-level study of Kazakh or Russian. Read More

Fees and Dates
Participants can study on the Eurasian Regional Language Program for a summer, semester, or the academic-year. More information on program prices and dates here.

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"I have learned and experienced more in two months on this program than I could have hoped for, both about Georgia and myself."
Diane, Georgia 2009

"This course is the best chance to learn and practice Turkmen."
Silas, Turkmenistan 2009

"The Peer Tutors program was a great learning tool and quite a nice asset to have."
Andrew, Tajikistan 2010

"This was a great experience that I would never have had without the strong support of American Councils." Sarah, Georgia 2011

"I had an incredible experience. I am very grateful for the opportunity to live with a Tajik family and become familiar with this country."
Samyra, Tajikistan 2010

"My program exceeded my expectations. My linguistic competency in Uzbek and Tajiki has significantly improved, especially in Uzbek."
Dmitri, Tajikistan 2010

"My host mother supported me, helped me get acclimated, and made me feel comfortable; my host brother treated me like a friend he’d known all his life."
Billy, Azerbaijan 2009

"My family was wonderful and very accommodating- without a doubt the best host family I’ve had in the four times I’ve been abroad."
Nicholas, Azerbaijan 2010

"An amazing and unforgettable experience full of wonderful people."
Andrew, Georgia 2010

"My language skills improved dramatically. My teachers and the entire American Councils in Moldova were incredible"
Scott, Moldova 2010

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