Bard Abroad in Bishkek: American University of Central Asia

Bard College offers intellectually adventurous students a unique opportunity to study with peers from 25 countries at Central Asia's most prestigious university. The American University of Central Asia, located in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, is founded upon an educational basis that is deeply rooted in the American liberal arts-style curriculum and fosters a global reach, a deep commitment to the values of critical thinking, and an enviable record of success. Students interested in Central Asian Studies, Soviet Studies, or Russian and Central Asian languages will find that the program provides an exciting and rigorous liberal arts curriculum that develops students' skills and attitude of mind, both of which foster sensitivity to the region's rich traditions, as well as adaptability to its demo...