Foreign Languages

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Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Languages

Concentrations Offered

Asian Studies, Classics, French, German, Spanish

Top 5 Reasons to Study

Learn skills that are always relevant.

Navigate a global world confidently.

Open doors beyond campus and borders.

Build skills employers value.

Differentiate yourself in any field.

Core
Skills

International and intercultural communication skills
Adaptability and resilience
Critical thinking skills and problem solving
Cultural awareness and global citizenship
Memory and cognitive flexibility

Sample
Jobs

Foreign Language Educator
Translator/Interpreter
Diplomat/Intelligence Specialist
Physician/Nurse
Marketing Manager

Successful Career Outcomes

Higher Earnings and Salary Premium Studies show multilingual professionals can earn between 5% and 20% more than monolingual workers in many industries because language skills add measurable value to employers.

Career Opportunities Across Diverse Fields Foreign language skills open doors in many career paths, some directly tied to language, others enhanced by cross-cultural communication ability.

Broader Career Flexibility and Mobility Language study isn’t limited to one job title, it can broaden overall career mobility. Language skills also increase opportunities for international assignments, relocation, and cross-border roles.

Top
Employment
Industries

Business & Marketing
Engineering & Computer Science
Health Care & Public Service
Law & Government
Hospitality & Tourism

Brag
Points

Classes in 9 languages, 5 concentrations, and more than a dozen language clubs and honor societies.
Dual-degree option with all business majors through the International Business program.
Minors in all 9 languages, Classical Civilizations, World Language Teaching, and Latin American and Caribbean Studies.

Experiential Learning Opportunities

Students can experience education and life abroad through one of our faculty-led study abroad programs, student exchange programs, or individually organized trips through the MSU Office of Study Abroad. Many of our students also participate in business internships at international companies as part of the requirements for the International Business program.

Spotlight

The Department of Classical & Modern Languages and Literatures at MSU is proud to be the first university in Mississippi to partner with the Global Seal of Biliteracy, a credentialing program that officially documents and recognizes your ability to communicate in two or more languages. This opportunity is available to all MSU students, faculty, staff, and community members who would like to certify their ability in a way that is documented and verifiable.