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French & Francophone Studies

Prepare to connect in the multicultural, multilingual world we share. Master French grammar and conversation, then explore francophone media, literature, film and music in small classes with close faculty attention.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Arts
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 33 in Major
Careers
Ethnic,, Postsecondary, Language, Teachers
French & Francophone Studies students at EIU

Why Study French & Francophone Studies at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
"From the moment I stepped onto campus, every professor, staff member, and student I encountered treated me with such genuine warmth and respect, as if I were already a valued member of their community. Despite not having officially joined the EIU family, I immediately felt a deep sense of belonging. The atmosphere was one of comfort and inclusivity, where everyone seemed genuinely invested in my success and well-being."
Abbey McCord
French & Francophone Studies | Class of 2025
Abbey McCord, French & Francophone Studies at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
Hands-On Experience, French & Francophone Studies students at EIU

What You'll Learn

French & Francophone Studies prepares you to communicate and connect in a multicultural and multilingual world. It fits students who enjoy languages, other cultures and the arts and who are heading toward an international career, graduate school or a life of travel.

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$77,010
Median Salary for These CareersMedian salaryThe median is the middle value: half of the people counted earn more and half earn less. It is an estimate for a typical graduate, not a promise of what you will earn. Pay varies by employer, location, experience and the specific job.

Career OutcomesCareer outcomesThese are example careers that graduates of this program often pursue, taken from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET occupation list. They are examples, not job guarantees, and many graduates work in other fields.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

  • Area, Ethnic, & Cultural Studies…
  • Foreign Language & Literature…
  • Secondary School Teachers
  • Interpreters & Translators

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook Average OutlookO*NET doesn't currently flag any of the careers linked to this program as Bright Outlook. That doesn't mean jobs aren't out there. It just means these careers aren't expected to grow quickly, don't have 75,000 or more projected openings, and aren't new and emerging.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Preparation Needed Extensive (5/5)Job Zone 5: Extensive preparationMost of these careers require graduate school, and many also call for more than five years of experience.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Personality Fit SocialSocial interest typeYou like helping people. This work centers on supporting others by helping, teaching, advising or serving them.Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor

Connect With Us

Christiane Eydt-Beebe
Associate Professor of German & Associate Chair of the School of English and World Languages
ckeydt@eiu.edu
1159 Coleman Hall
217-581-5562
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Jessica Tindira
Senior Instructor of French & Interim Director of Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
jltindira@eiu.edu
1351
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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