French Minor

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About the Program

The Minor in French offers students a structured pathway to develop proficiency in the French language while deepening their knowledge of the diverse cultures of the Francophone world. Through coursework that integrates language study with literature, film, history, and cultural analysis, students build strong communication skills and cultural literacy that are applicable across disciplines and professions.

Open to students from all academic backgrounds, the French minor complements majors in the humanities, social sciences, international studies, business, education, and beyond. By fostering intercultural awareness and global competence, the program prepares students for careers in fields such as diplomacy, international relations, education, translation, business, and the arts, as well as for graduate study.

Program Requirements

This minor is a total of 21 credits.
A grade of “C-” or better is required for each course in this program to count toward the bachelor’s degree. Students should note that programs differ in the minimum grade required.

Required Courses: 18 credits

FRE 2010 - Intermediate French I Credits: 3
FRE 2020 - Intermediate French II Credits: 3
FRE 2110 - French Reading and Conversation Credits: 3
FRE 3010 - French as a Global Language Credits: 3
FRE 3110 - French Legacies: Symbols, Cultures, and Identities I Credits: 3
or
FRE 3120 - French Legacies: Symbols, Cultures, and Identities II Credits: 3
FRE 3130 - French Legacies: Symbols, Cultures, and Identities III Credits: 3
or
FRE 3600 - Special Topics in French Cultures Credits: 3

Elective Courses: 3 credits

Select one 3-credit French Elective. Must be a course at the 3000- or 4000-level.

Summary of Requirements

Required Courses	18 credits
Elective Courses	3 credits
Total for the French Minor	21 credits