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French & Francophone Studies

A Major in World Languages: Your Ticket to Working in a Global Economy. Students majoring in French prepare to communicate and connect in the multicultural and multilingual world we share...

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Arts
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
130 Total, 33 in Major
Careers
Language, Postsecondary, Teachers, Interpreters, Translators
French & Francophone Studies students at EIU

Why Study French & Francophone Studies at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
"I didn't expect to get real experience this early, but by my sophomore year I was already working on projects that felt like actual marketing work. It made me feel confident that I'm ready for what comes next."
Alex Wilcoxon
Marketing | Junior
Alex Wilcoxon, Marketing at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
Hands-On Experience, French & Francophone Studies students at EIU

What You'll Learn

and so much more! Master the basics of grammar and conversation, then move on to advanced classes in language, literature, and culture. Our teaching methods follow the standards of the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages to give you both linguistic and cultural proficiency. Our content courses will get you ready for an international career, graduate school, or just traveling the world!

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$77,010
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Foreign Language & Literature…
  • Secondary School Teachers
  • Interpreters & Translators

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Social

Connect With Us

Dr. Christiane Eydt-Beebe
Associate Professor of German & Associate Chair of the School of English and World Languages
ckeydt@eiu.edu
1159 Coleman Hall
217-581-5562
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Angela Vietto
Professor of English and Chair, Department of English
arvietto@eiu.edu
3341
217-581-2428
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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