Overview

Major in French, one of the world's most influential languages, and learn to communicate persuasively, think critically and engage with global society — skills needed for career success.

The Bachelor of Arts in French and Francophone Studies at Bucknell University consists of nine courses.

Key facts:

Explore the literatures, cultures and societies of France, Francophone Africa, Quebec and the Caribbean, from the Middle Ages to the 21st century. Gain cross-cultural awareness by studying French through cultural artifacts (literature, music, cinema and the visual arts) and social practices (history, gastronomy, business and politics).

Learn how historical and sociocultural contexts inform gender, class and race relations within French-speaking societies. And join our study abroad program in Tours, France.

Recent graduates hold jobs in international organizations, design, investment banking, marketing and pharmaceuticals, and pursue advanced degrees in fields from statistics to education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Intermediate French Conversation

Intercultural Communication

Advanced French Conversation

Women in the Middle Ages and Renaissance

French Literature

Topics in French Studies

Medieval and/or Renaissance Studies

Sixteenth-Century Studies

Seventeenth-Century Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-10 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lewisburg, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

130

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit your personal essays electronically through the application website you choose.

Pay the nonrefundable $40 application fee electronically when you apply or request a fee waiver through the application website.

Official secondary school transcript in certified English translations, if applicable.

Mid-year Report and/or copy of your updated transcript, if applicable.

Common Application teacher evaluation form in English.

Early Decision Agreement form, including all required signatures (for early decision applicants only).

Copy of biographical photo page of passport.

All applicants to all of Bucknell's degree programs are required to have completed a minimum of two years of a foreign language (in the same language) in secondary school.

All applicants to all of Bucknell's degree programs are required to have completed a minimum of two-and-a-half years of college-preparatory mathematics.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

69976 USD / year

≈ 69976 USD / year
Out-of-State

69976 USD / year

≈ 69976 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

69976 USD / year

≈ 69976 USD / year

Living costs

Lewisburg

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Lewisburg

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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