Overview

At French from Gonzaga University combines the study of French language with courses that provide the practical knowledge you need to succeed as a working professional in the 21st Century.

Student Learning Outcomes

The French major will be able to:

Communicate orally in French in accordance with the criteria of ACTFL’s Intermediate High level in speaking.
Comprehend spoken French in accordance with the criteria of ACTFL’s Advanced Low level in listening.
Write in French in accordance with the criteria of ACTFL’s Intermediate High level in writing.
Read in French in accordance with the criteria of ACTFL’s Advanced Low level in reading.

Demonstrate insightful and complex understanding of the target language culture(s) and function comfortably in a wide range of social situations in the target language environment(s)

Careers

Many of the French majors pursue second majors in areas such as biology, business, public relations or international studies for careers in business, medicine or law. The program can also prepare you to enter the teaching profession, continue with graduate studies, or volunteer for the Peace Corps or other international agencies in French-speaking countries.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Business French

French

French Conversation

Advanced Grammar Review

Existentialism

Contemporary French Cinema

French Civilization & Culture

French Politics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

Decisions for national students are sent on a rolling basis

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in French

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Spokane, United States

Disciplines

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

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.2

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

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PTE Academic

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the online Common Application.

Proof of English Proficiency

Students must achieve a 3.2 cumulative GPA, with junior year being no less than a 3.1 GPA, in a college preparatory curriculum that results in a high school diploma.

Personal Essay and Activities List (found on the Common Application).

Official transcripts in native language and English from all high schools, colleges and universities attended.

Common Application School Report (found on the Common Application).

One Common Application Teacher Evaluation (found on the Common Application).

Copy of Passport

All international applicants are eligible to have their application fee waived.

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

56140 USD / year

≈ 56140 USD / year
Out-of-State

56140 USD / year

≈ 56140 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

56140 USD / year

≈ 56140 USD / year

Living costs

Spokane

United States

880 - 1260 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

Student Learning Outcomes

Careers

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

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Spokane

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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