ProBa Educational Centre St. Petersburg, Russia
- Free assistance in applying to college/university programmes by a qualified consultant.
- Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
- Very favorable cancellation terms. You can cancel courses with less than 6 days notice.
- A 45 minute lesson duration is a bit shorter than normal.
The school promotes that, at present, ProBa is one of the leading institutions offering academic courses of the Russian Language for Foreigners and intensive language practise in Russia.
Location: ProBa Educational Centre St. Petersburg is located in the culturally rich Russian capital of St. Petersburg. The school is housed in the Vladimirsky area of the city near Nevsky Prospect and within a few minutes' walk from Kazan Cathedral, Isaak Cathedral and State Hermitage. There are also many amenities, eateries, links to public transport and attractions within walking distance. Such attractions include the Lomonosov Bridge, the Faberge Museum, the Anichkov Bridge, several Movie theatres and more.
Course selection: The school provides Russian language courses suitable for students of all levels. In addition to General Russian taught over several schedules and intensities, ProBa Educational Centre also provides Russian for Tourism, Russian and Culture, and various programmes with activities around the city. ProBa Educational Centre St. Petersburg also provides English language courses.
Social and cultural: The school promotes many excursions and cultural happenings for a student's optional participation. Excursions can include trips to Moscow, Pskov and Novgorod. Various excursions and activities are also arranged around St. Petersburg. These activities can involve discussions on topics such as Russian orthodoxy and economics as well as visits to galleries and museums.
Russian Courses

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | 450 428 | 630 599 | 810 770 | 990 941 | 1170 1112 | 1350 1283 | 1530 1454 | 1890 1796 | 2250 2138 | 3690 3506 |
Price in US$ | 475 | 665 | 854 | 1044 | 1234 | 1423 | 1613 | 1993 | 2372 | 3890 |
Morning: 10:00 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 420 399 | 790 751 | 1160 1102 | 1530 1454 | 1900 1805 | 2270 2157 | 2640 2508 | 3010 2860 | 3380 3211 | 3750 3563 | 4490 4266 |
Price in US$ | 443 | 833 | 1223 | 1613 | 2003 | 2393 | 2783 | 3173 | 3563 | 3953 | 4733 |
Morning: 9:00 - 11:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 450 428 | 900 855 | 1350 1283 | 1800 1710 | 2250 2138 | 2700 2565 | 3150 2993 | 3600 3420 | 4050 3848 | 4500 4275 | 5400 5130 |
Price in US$ | 475 | 949 | 1423 | 1898 | 2372 | 2846 | 3321 | 3795 | 4269 | 4744 | 5692 |
Following services are included in the course fee: transfer from and to the airport, entry test, teaching material, course certificate, information material, tea/coffee during the breaks and free access to internet.
Morning: 10:00 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | 550 537 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 595 |
Following services are included in the course fee: Transfer from the airport, entry test, teaching material, course certificate, information material, cultural program (two excursions), accommodation.
Morning: 10:00 - 13:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | 550 537 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 595 |
09 Jun 2025
This course includes a transfer from the airport, entry test, tuition and teaching material, information material, a cultural program (2 excursions), course certificate, tea/coffee during the breaks, free WiFi and accommodation. Perfect for the student who wants to immerse him or herself into the culture of Russia during those bright nights.
Morning: 10:00 - 13:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2250 2138 |
Price in US$ | 2372 |
Services included in the course fee:
transfer from the airport, entry test, tuition, teaching material, course certificate, information material, tea/coffee during the breaks and free access to the internet.
Morning: 10:00 - 13:40
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 1200 1170 | 2400 2340 | 3600 3510 | 4800 4680 | 6000 5850 | 7200 7020 | 8400 8190 | 9600 9360 | 10800 10530 | 12000 11700 | 14400 14040 |
Price in US$ | 1299 | 2597 | 3895 | 5193 | 6491 | 7789 | 9087 | 10385 | 11684 | 12982 | 15578 |
Following services are included in the course fee:
transfer from and to the airport, entry test, teaching material, 20 one-to-one lessons, course certificate, information material and accommodation.
Morning: 10:00 - 13:30
Afternoon: 18:00 - 20:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 700 665 | 1190 1131 | 1680 1596 | 2170 2062 | 2660 2527 | 3150 2993 | 3640 3458 | 4130 3924 | 4620 4389 | 5110 4855 | 6090 5786 |
Price in US$ | 738 | 1255 | 1771 | 2288 | 2804 | 3321 | 3837 | 4354 | 4870 | 5387 | 6420 |
Following services are included in the course fee:
transfers from and to the airport, guide-book and map of St. Petersburg, assessment test, tuition, teaching material, course certificate, information material, tea/coffee during the breaks and free access to the internet.
Morning: 10:00 - 15:30
Afternoon: 13:30 - 18:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 750 713 | 1330 1264 | 1910 1815 | 2490 2366 | 3070 2917 | 3650 3468 | 4230 4019 | 4810 4570 | 5390 5121 | 5970 5672 | 7130 6774 |
Price in US$ | 791 | 1402 | 2014 | 2625 | 3236 | 3848 | 4459 | 5070 | 5682 | 6293 | 7516 |
Following services are included in the course fee:
transfer from the airport, assessment test, tuition, teaching material, course certificate, student card, tea/coffee during the breaks and free access to the internet.
Morning: 10:00 - 15:00
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 500 475 | 890 846 | 1280 1216 | 1670 1587 | 2060 1957 | 2450 2328 | 2840 2698 | 3230 3069 | 3620 3439 | 4010 3810 | 4790 4551 |
Price in US$ | 528 | 939 | 1350 | 1761 | 2172 | 2583 | 2994 | 3405 | 3816 | 4227 | 5049 |
The following services are included in the course fee:
transfers from and to the airport, guidebook and map of St. Petersburg, assessment test, tuition, teaching material, course certificate, information material, tea/coffee during the breaks and free access to the internet.
Morning: 10:00 - 13:30
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | 2000 1900 | 4000 3800 | 6000 5700 | 8000 7600 | 10000 9500 | 12000 11400 | 14000 13300 | 16000 15200 | 18000 17100 | 20000 19000 | 24000 22800 |
Price in US$ | 2109 | 4217 | 6325 | 8433 | 10541 | 12649 | 14757 | 16865 | 18973 | 21081 | 25297 |
The final course fee depends on the number of modules chosen.
The course price includes:
42 lessons over 7 days (6 lessons per day), two teachers, restaurant lunch with the teacher every day, cultural evening performances with a guide or teacher, guided half-day excursions (2 per week) and a chauffeur-driven car.
Morning: 10:00 - 17:30
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 |
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Price at school (€) Our price (€) | -- | -- | -- | 1950 1902 | -- | -- | -- | 3290 3208 | -- | -- | 4190 4086 |
Price in US$ | 2110 | 3559 | 4533 |
Russian language study and practical work.
Students can choose between: teacher of foreign language, teacher assistant or volunteering in a central hospital.
Services included in the total fee:
transfer from the airport, entry test, tuition, teaching material, course certificate, information material, tea/coffee during the breaks and free access to the internet.
Morning: 10:00 - 13:40
Afternoon: 14:00 - 17:40
Our prices for ProBa Educational Centre include
- INCLUDED Organized activities
- INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Free airport pickup for all junior courses (both ways)
- INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
- INCLUDED Free consultation about suitable college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in applying to college/university programs by a qualified consultant
- INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
- INCLUDED Paid assistance in finding flats for long-term students at 5€
Student opinions about ProBa Educational Centre, St. Petersburg
ProBa Educational Centre, St. Petersburg
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ProBa Educational Centre
“Admission is flexible and open for all levels. Smaller class size, easier communication with instructors. We offer visa support for all countries.”
General school facilities
Kitchen for student use
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Cafeteria
Computer lab
Library
Movie rental
Movie room
Student support desk
Copy machine
Printer for student use
Free coffee
Free parking
Free WIFI
Free water dispenser
Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)
Tourist information
Assistance with entrance ticket purchases
Internship placement guidance service (paid)
Job placement guidance service (paid)
Facilities for islamic students
Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food
Classroom equipment
TV in some classrooms
Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms
Air conditioning in most classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
- Number of classrooms: 8
- Number of public PC workstations: 3
Facilities for disabled students
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
- Sertified teachers for students with learning dificulty, including dyslexia and dysgraphia.
Student Age / Nationality
Student Nationality | Percentage of students |
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Germany | 20% |
USA | 20% |
Netherlands | 15% |
Switzerland | 10% |
England | 10% |
France | 10% |
Italy | 5% |
Spain | 5% |
Japan | 5% |
Percentage of students | |
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1-18 years | 5% |
18-24 years | 25% |
25-34 years | 40% |
35-50 years | 20% |
>50 years | 10% |
Information for all courses offered by ProBa Educational Centre
The inscription fee includes the issuance of the official invitation necessary for getting the Entry Visa, registration after arrival and reservation of accommodation for all period of stay.
Price of course includes: transfer from the airport (return is not included) and student card.
01 Jan 2025.
Airport transfer
free airport transfer without additional costs drop off
free airport transfer without additional costs (return trip)
Leisure activities
Examples of leisure activities organized by the school
Adults - Free activities
Annual boat excursion with ceremony of getting the school diploma. (Snacks and drinks on board, and river excursion included)
Study-Excursion to Dostoevsky Museum + tickets
Free student tickets to the State Hermitage - every 3rd Thursday of the month.
Adults - Paid activities
- Petersburg of Dostoevsky walking tour. 2 hours - EUR 7
- Individual excursion - EUR 30
- Matreshka painting masterclass - EUR 5.
Junior - Paid activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
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Ballet | | 1 km |
Baseball | - | 1 km |
Basketball | - | 1 km |
Cooking | | 1 km |
Cricket | - | 1 km |
Dancing | | 1 km |
Diving | | 4 km |
Field Hockey | - | 10 km |
Football (soccer) | | 1 km |
Golf | - | 20 km |
Horse riding | | 4 km |
Ice Hockey | - | 1 km |
Music | | 1 km |
Rugby | - | 1 km |
Sailing | - | 10 km |
Skiing | | 10 km |
Swimming | | 1 km |
Table Tennis | - | 1 km |
Tennis | | 1 km |
Volleyball | | 1 km |
Windsurfing | - | 10 km |
Yoga | | - |
Accommodation

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 168 | 336 | 504 | 672 | 840 | 1008 | 1176 | 1344 | 1680 | 2016 | 168 |
Price in US$ | 187 | 373 | 560 | 746 | 932 | 1119 | 1305 | 1492 | 1864 | 2237 | 187 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
The ProBa Language School offers students the opportunity to live with other students of various nationalities while studying. In this way the shared flats are established where students have the opportunity to live and interact with other cultures. All shared flats are located in the city centre, fully equipped and, in addition to bedrooms, provide a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen and at least one bathroom. The apartments are normally shared by 2-3 students.

Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 260 | 520 | 780 | 1040 | 1300 | 1560 | 1820 | 2080 | 2600 | 3120 | 260 |
Price in US$ | 289 | 577 | 866 | 1154 | 1443 | 1731 | 2020 | 2308 | 2885 | 3462 | 289 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Accommodation with a Russian family is an integral part of the language learning experience. The hosts are Russian native speakers and students will be expected to speak in Russian in the family home.
All rooms are single. By special arrangement a twin or double room can be provided. Students will have access to the communal parts of the house or flat. They will also be given their own front door key.
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 245 | 490 | 735 | 980 | 1225 | 1470 | 1715 | 1960 | 2450 | 2940 | 245 |
Price in US$ | 272 | 544 | 816 | 1088 | 1360 | 1631 | 1903 | 2175 | 2719 | 3262 | 272 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 210 | 420 | 630 | 840 | 1050 | 1260 | 1470 | 1680 | 2100 | 2520 | 210 |
Price in US$ | 233 | 466 | 699 | 932 | 1165 | 1398 | 1631 | 1864 | 2330 | 2796 | 233 |
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Sunday
Price per person
Students have the option of living in the Students’ Hostels, which is located in the centre of St. Petersburg, walking distance from Nevsky Prospect and in close walking distance from the school. The Youth-hostel is recommended because of its central location, living in the heart of the city you’ll have more possibilities for sightseeing tours.
Questions and answers about ProBa Educational Centre
- We heard through the visa centre that for a long-term student visa, you need to provide proof of health insurance in Russia along with the invitation letter from the school you are attending. Can the school provide this health insurance?“The school's health insurance is an additional optional health insurance. Such insurance will be available in St Petersburg when the student is granted official state student status, approximately 40 days after arrival. This insurance is optional and cannot be submitted to the consulate. For regular insurance, please contact your local insurance company.”Oleg, Director from International Educational Center "ProBa" - Aug 21, 2023
FAQ about ProBa Educational Centre, St. Petersburg
- Approximately how much cash do I need to cover my daily expenses in St Petersburg?“Course and accommodation fees already cover many costs. So there is no need to bring a large sum of money. On average, our students need between EUR 20 and EUR 50 pocket money each week for their individual expenses.”Oleg, Director from International Educational Center "ProBa" - Sep 01, 2023
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by ProBa?The accommodation Shared Student Flat is the most popular among all our clients of ProBa
- Is it possible to take a course at ProBa Educational Centre as an absolute beginner?Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: White Nights
- Is airport pickup offered by ProBa Language Centre?Yes. The school offers pickup from Pulkovo Airport ( €)
- What is the number of students per class at ProBa?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at ProBa varies from 1 students (Semi-Intensive course) to 8 students (Mini Group)
- Which countries are students of ProBa Educational Centre from?The highest Nationality percentage at ProBa Educational Centre comes from USA with a 20% representation, followed by students from Germany (20%) and Netherlands (15%).
- ProBa Educational Centre offers courses for which ages?ProBa Educational Centre offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.
Terms of ProBa Educational Centre







Visa Documents

Learn Russian while studying while studying in small groups limited to a maximum of 8 students, with the possibility of the group being even smaller. You will find that participating in classes of this size is much easier than in larger settings since both the teacher and the students can hear each other easily, and have more opportunities to get to know one another.
The methodology favoured in this course tends to make use of interactive activities, to engage everyone as an active participant, giving you more total time spent speaking in Russian.
Get ready to jump into a productive routine of 20 lessons per week, in which you’ll study in a group that corresponds to your current level of Russian - determined by the placement test that the school asks you to complete upon signing up.
The following services are included in the course fee:
transfer from the airport, entry test, tuition, teaching material, course certificate, information material, tea/coffee during the breaks and free access to the internet.