French Language Studies

Why Study French?

• Research shows that learning a foreign language develops areas of the brain that improve memory and reasoning in other subjects


• Many other disciplines use words that come from French, so learning French can improve your general English vocabulary


• More than 125 million people around the world speak French (including France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Canada, 18 African nations, and various regions on every other continent)


• French is useful to a variety of careers in the global marketplace

French Opportunities at UW-L

UW-L offers three distinct degree programs in French, as well as a comprehensive minor. All include advanced language, civilization, and literature courses.

• BA in French: 30 credits in French at the 300-400 level


• BA in French with Business Concentration: 30 credits in French at the 300-400 level, plus 24 credits in general and international business courses


• BS in Secondary Education with a French major: 30 credits in French at the 300-400 level, plus 36 credits in courses leading to certification and completion of student teaching or an internship


• French Minor: 18 credits in French at the 300-400 level


• French Studies Certificate: 18 credits at the 200-300 level

Programs Abroad

• Université de Caen (summer only)


• Université de Nancy 2 (semester or academic year)


• International Student Exchange Program


• International Internships in Epinal, France, La Crosse's sister city