Go Global with Modern Languages and Linguistics
The Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics is committed to preparing students for success in a globalized world.
Undergraduate
The department offers a variety of degree programs at the undergraduate level, including linguistics and language education in Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish, and Ukrainian with wide course offerings in these areas.
Graduate
Welcome to Graduate Studies in the Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics at FSU. We offer comprehensive, distinguished M.A. and Ph.D. programs in several languages.
Current Students
Undergraduates studying in the Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics are part of a premier organization within FSU’s largest college, the College of Arts and Sciences. Advising and resources are provided to support each student — whether they are majoring in a department program or they are here to fulfill general education requirements — in achieving their educational and professional goals.
A letter from the chair
Welcome to the Department of Modern Languages and Linguistics! As you navigate our website, you may be looking to pursue your interests in foreign languages and cultures, where I believe our department can meet your needs. Whether your goals and pursuits include linguistic and cultural enrichment, international business, federal and foreign service, non-governmental work, foreign language teaching, social professions where knowledge of languages makes a difference, or you are passionate about learning the languages and cultures of the world, the department of Modern Languages and Linguistics is committed to preparing you for success in a diverse and globalized world.