This major in the Modern Languages Department  helps students to develop oral and written French language and culture skills that, combined with preparation in related disciplines, lead to a wide variety of career options.

Career Potential

• Business: International trade, bilingual consultant, translator, customer support agent
• Government: Diplomacy, FBI, National Security Agency, Border patrol, immigration agencies, government or court translator
• Writing: Newspapers, trade publications, book publishers, web site need bilingual translators, proofreaders, writers, editors
• Tourism and hospitality: Interpreter, guide, bilingual travel agent, study abroad coordinator or director
• Education: Teaching in private schools or in a private sector, pursue masters and/or doctorate to become a college professor