Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
🌆 How to learn Ukrainian in Alexandria, VA and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?
Besides self-study with special programs, you have four principal opportunities for learning Ukrainian interactively in Alexandria, VA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are a little more affordable.) Your other option can be local specialized language academies that charge less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can look for a private Ukrainian tutor in Alexandria, VA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Alexandria, VA and online Ukrainian tutors.
🎟 Is it cheap to learn Ukrainian and what do Ukrainian tutors charge?
For university and college courses you can estimate Ukrainian course cost as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the rate for about 50 instruction hours each semester. Language centers and private Ukrainian tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Ukrainian tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 18 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, availability and popularity. Average student satisfaction for Ukrainian lessons on Preply is 4.9 out of 5 stars.
📚 What are the requirements for Ukrainian language skill level to sign up for a course?
When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Ukrainian tutors you can read reviews and get a good idea for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like classes for adults, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from many teaching online.
🔥 Why is Ukrainian so hard and are there ways to learn it faster?
Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Ukrainian. According to experts, you can gain basic Ukrainian fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand many words, be understood when you talk, socialize in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Ukrainian. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Ukrainian tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced learners.
🤷 How long does it take to learn Ukrainian?
Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Ukrainian will necessitate at least 600 hours of active use. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Ukrainian or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, write by hand and online using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Ukrainian out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Ukrainian classes online.
🤳 Can I pick my own Ukrainian instructor?
In learning centers, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Ukrainian tutors with full profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning marketplaces like Preply.
🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?
Colleges as a rule schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.