Overview

At French from Pepperdine University majors gain a critical understanding of French-speaking peoples, civilizations, and their global influence, both past and present. The French major prepares students for careers and graduate-level study in a variety of fields and is an ideal complement to majors such as international studies, international business, political science, communication, and art history, while also equipping students for work in nonprofit organizations that serve francophone regions.

Careers

Academic Advisor

Immigration Rights Advocate

Archivist

International Development Consultant

Bilingual Instructor

Linguist

Broadcast Journalist

Press Officer

Communication Specialist

Production Assistant

Cultural Advisor

Professor

Diplomat

Translator / Interpreter

Diversity Consultant

United Nations Officer

Foreign Service Officer

Writer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

French for the Professions

Advanced French Grammar and Composition

French in Society

Francophone Civilizations of North America

Francophone Civilizations of Africa and the Levant

French Civilization

Contemporary Francophone Europe

French in Communication

Francophone Texts

French Texts

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Malibu Beach, United States

Disciplines

French studies View 440 other Bachelors in French studies in United States

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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

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120

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Common Application

$65 Application Fee (Non-Refundable)

Common App Personal Essay

Supplemental Pepperdine Questions

Submit Official High School Transcripts

Submit Official SAT I or ACT Scores (Optional)

Submit One Academic Recommendation

Submit Proof of English Proficiency

Visa Application Process

Interview (optional)

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

71860 USD / year

≈ 71860 USD / year
Out-of-State

71860 USD / year

≈ 71860 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

71860 USD / year

≈ 71860 USD / year

Living costs

Malibu Beach

United States

1100 - 1600 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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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Malibu Beach

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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