The Department of French offers both the bachelor of arts and the bachelor of science degrees for its majors. Students are strongly urged to participate in one of the University's education abroad programs.
Several opportunities exist to study for a summer, a semester, or a year in France and Quebec.
In addition, students who combine French with the necessary courses in education can qualify to teach in elementary and secondary schools. Students who intend to teach in the public schools should consult the College of Education for teacher certification requirements. Graduate and professional schools are increasingly seeking students with high levels of proficiency in a foreign language. French provides an excellent background for students who wish to pursue careers in history, philosophy, comparative literature, economics, linguistics, psychology, political science, international business, corporate law, and the natural sciences.