Foreign Language Degree (BA, Minor)

Program Overview

Lincoln University's Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Languages prepares students to excel in a multilingual world. Majors can choose from Spanish or French, while minors can pursue Arabic, Chinese, or Japanese. Study abroad is required for majors and encouraged for minors, offering immersive cultural experiences and language proficiency. Graduates are equipped for careers as translators, teachers, or professionals with a competitive edge in their chosen fields.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

You can major or minor in Spanish or French, or pursue a minor in Arabic, Chinese, or Japanese. Graduates can pursue careers as translators, teachers, or gain a competitive edge in their chosen field.

Study Abroad:

• Required for Foreign Language majors.
• Encouraged for minors.
• Lincoln students have studied abroad in China, Russia, Mexico, Spain, Costa Rica, France, Morocco, Japan, Belgium, Botswana, Nigeria, and Egypt.
• Costs may be less than studying at Lincoln.
• Financial aid can be used.
• Earn 15-18 credits per semester.

Careers:

• Translator
• Teacher
• Competitive edge in chosen field

Other:

• Language clubs for Arabic, French, Japanese, and Spanish.
• Clubs involved in tutoring, fundraising, educational trips, and language fairs.
• Participation in department-sponsored events like International Food Festival and Language Night.
• Language Placement Exams for students who have previously studied a foreign language.
• Credit by Placement Exams to earn credits for proficiency demonstrated beyond the level of the courses.