Overview

Majoring in French at Widener University means immersing yourself in the study of French language and culture through discussion-based classes, community engagement opportunities, internships, study abroad, and more.

Key Features

In the classroom, you'll gain invaluable skills from native and heritage French speakers, guided by professors who will help you harness your foreign language fluency towards your professional goals.

Through strong relationships with Philadelphia institutions like the French-American Chamber of Commerce, you'll have opportunities to engage with Francophone culture in our own backyard. Want to jet-set even farther? Travel to established study-abroad programs in France and Canada, or work with a faculty member to find a new program in any French-speaking country that's right for you.

You'll graduate confident in your ability to navigate between languages and cultures for a fast start and long-term career success in today's global economy.

Potential Careers

Diplomacy
Financial services
Translating/Interpreting
Teaching
Banking

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Thinking Through

Reading, Thinking and Writing

Elementary French

Literature and Critical Writing

Intermediate French
French Conversation and Composition

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00

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More details

We accept applications on a rolling basis—there are no hard deadlines.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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110

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Credits

121 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chester, United States

Disciplines

Language Studies French studies View 468 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

IELTS

6.5

Free IELTS Mock Tests!

PTE Academic

Schedule a PTE test!

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

Duolingo English Test

110

Take A Free Practice Test!

Check IELTS test dates and locations. Book an IELTS test now!

Other requirements

General requirements

Complete your free online application (If you are attending a secondary school, or if you have taken fewer than 12 credits at a college or university, complete the freshman application. If you have attempted at least 12 credits at a college or university, complete the transfer application.)

Submit your official transcripts from all high school and college/university institutions you have attended. A course-by-course credential evaluation completed by a NACES certified organization will be accepted if the transcript is not in the English language.

Fulfill the English Proficiency requirements.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

54660 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 54660 USD per year during 48 months.
National

54660 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 54660 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

54660 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 54660 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Chester

1000 - 1500 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for French.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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