BA French and Francophone Studies at University of Illinois Chicago

Programme overview

The major builds proficiency in speaking, reading and writing French and understanding the language in Francophone cultural contexts. The program is offered within the UIC College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and leads to a 120-semester-hour bachelor's degree.

Faculty: College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | Department: French and Francophone Studies | Duration: 120 semester hours | Study mode: full-time | Location: Chicago, IL, United States

What you will study

The degree totals 120 semester hours, with 31 semester hours in the major (of 120). Required courses include FR 200 French Creative Writing and Translation; FR 201 French Theater Workshop; FR 210 French Conversation; FR 211 French in the Professions.

Career pathways

The major gives a globally oriented foundation for careers in education, international commerce, law, government and journalism.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is to UIC and its College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, not to the major alone (college/university level requirement). Degree completion requires a cumulative UIC GPA of at least 2.00/4.00 and at least 2.00 in major courses, unless the major sets a higher minimum. International applicants must show English competence, for example TOEFL iBT 80 (exams before 21 Jan 2026), IELTS Academic 6.5 or PTE Academic 54; higher scores may be required for some programs and colleges.

Duration: 120 semester hours

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