The Department of Scandinavian Studies is concerned with the study of languages, literature, history, politics, and cultures of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, and the Baltic States of Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania.
Emphasis is placed both on contemporary literature and culture and on historical development.
Although most courses designed for majors are taught in the original languages, a broad spectrum of courses designed primarily for nonmajors is offered in English. The Department of Scandinavian Studies offers a program of study leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree with options in Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, or Scandinavian area studies. The department also offers minors in Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish, Baltic studies, and Scandinavian area studies. Several undergraduate clubs are available, including the Danish Club, the Norwegian Club, the Swedish Club, and the Finnish Club. Internships at museums or with Scandinavian businesses are possible.