Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How old do I have to be to participate?
A: You must be at least 18 years old and under 23 years old by June 18, 2024.
Q: What nationalities can apply?
A: Only Russian citizens, who live in Russia, are eligible for the program.
Q: Do I have to be interested in environmental stewardship?
A: Yes. Otherwise, you won’t benefit from the program.
Q: Are there any fees? Do I have to pay for anything?
A: RYEP covers all necessary costs for the program, including roundtrip international airfare and domestic airfare, meals, accommodation, health insurance, and living stipends.
Q: How can I apply?
A: See instructions on how to apply here!
Q: What documents do I need to apply?
A photocopy of your high school transcripts;
A photocopy of your university transcripts (with a copy translated in English);
A photocopy of your international passport (or internal Russian passport if you do not yet have an international passport);
A motivational essay detailing your interest in environmental stewardship and your ideal community service project.
Q: When will the program take place?
A: RYEP will take place over 4 weeks in June-July. Finalists must also commit to traveling to a third country in spring or early summer to receive a visa, and to spending time implementing their community service project for 1-2 weeks following their return from the United States. Exact dates will be provided further into the selection process.
Q: Where in the U.S. will the program take place?
A: Participants will attend workshops at a university in the U.S. and stay with a local host family. Host cities and universities vary. In the final week of the program, participants will travel to Washington, DC for a closing session comprising workshops and visits to various cultural sites.