120 Credits
How can I sign up for a consultation with an EducationUSA Adviser?
Consultations are arranged only with those students who have completed the 120 Credits program. Upon completion, an advisor will be assigned and contact you within 7 days.
Who is the Higher Education Outreach Coordinator?
Indira Mukhamedova
What does GSAp stand for?
Graduate Student Advising Program
What does CCC stand for?
Competitive College Club
What does L&F stand for?
Lost & Found
What is a community college?
A two-year educational institution, at which a student can earn an Associate's degree. Community colleges have direct transfer agreements (DTA) with both public & private universities, allowing a student to smoothly transition from a two-year to a four-year institution.
Is the center in Moscow open to the public?
Yes.
When can one join GSAp?
October or February
What age group is eligible for Pre-CCC and CCC?
Pre-CCC = 8-9th grade
CCC = 9-11th grade (11th graders are eligible ONLY if they are planning to take a gap year)
Who is Lost & Found for?
Lost & Found is for any prospective undergraduate students who
1) approached EducationUSA Russia for help with less than one year to prepare. Russia
2) was not accepted to CCC, but wishes to work closely with EducationUSA.
What degrees fall under the category "undergraduate" and which fall under the category "graduate"?
Undergraduate = Associate's & Bachelor's
Graduate = Master's & Doctorate
In which cities does EducationUSA Russia have staff members?
Moscow, St. Petersburg, Novosibirsk, Vladivostok
How long does it last?
5 months for intensive cycle (October start)
7 months for less-intensive cycle (February start)
What are the application periods for Pre-CCC & CCC?
Pre-CCC = August
CCC = October
Are the Parents' Meeting and CCC/Pre-CCC Parent Community one in the same?
No. Parents' Meeting offers events for all parents of prospective undergraduate students.
Completion of the 120 Credits program is a prerequisite to be eligible for these opportunities/programs...
GSAp
CCC Summer Training
Opportunity Funding
Is EducationUSA Russia an affiliate of the American Center?
No. However, we both used to rent space in the Library of Foreign Literature; and, thus, have a longstanding relationship.
How long do I need to have been in GSAp to apply for Opportunity Funding?
9 months minimum
What benefit does Pre-CCC offer the participant?
Pre-CCC is a one-year English language program to help motivated students with a desire to earn a bachelor's degree in the U.S. an opportunity to develop the skills they will need to be successful in the Competitive College Club. Participation in Pre-CCC is not a guarantee of acceptance to CCC.
Where do Parents' Meetings take place and how often?
They take place in Moscow, St. Petersburg, and online four times per year.
How long does it take to complete the 120 Credits program?
Minimum 7 days. We recommend completing the program withn 30 days.
What weekly events take place in the center?
Tuesdays (19:15) TOEFL Prep
Thursdays (19:15) GRE Math Prep
Saturdays (13:00) Speaking Club
Saturdays (15:30) GRE Language Prep
Who are the staff members in charge of GSAp?
Elena Konkina & Natalia Milova
What does the application process consist of?
Second Round: online interview in English
Note: around 35 applicants accepted every year. Last year there were 119 candidates.
Can parents of prospective graduate students participate?
The program is designed for parents of prospective undergraduate students; however, some of the information provided would be useful to parents of prospective graduate students as well.
Certainly, the community atmosphere will be a benefit to all parents.