Why Study French?

Resources For Students Of French

Connecting people across continents in the areas of culture, humanitarian work, business, and politics, French stands out as one of the world's most important languages. From Africa to the Caribbean and North America, from Europe to the Pacific Ocean, French opens the planet to you, whatever your interests may be. Explore the links below for ideas on how you can connect the study of French to your academic, personal, and professional goals.

Internships

Program: Spend 4 weeks interning in France and earning UWG credit during the summer.

French Consulate in Atlanta: Selected students can spend between 2-10 months working as an intern in one of France’s most important international cultural organizations.

Study Abroad

Summer program in Tours, France at the Institut de Touraine. Spend 4 weeks in the heart of France earning 6 credits!

Semester or year-long exchange program with the l'Université de Tours in Tours, France.

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Scholarships And Grants

Through International Languages and Cultures:

  • Sobhi Gobrial Scholarship
  • Pierrette Frickey Award
  • Marianne Bobick Scholarship

Through the UWG Office of Education Abroad, the French Consulate and Campus France grants search engine.

Teaching English In France (Assistantship Program)

This program allows recent graduates to spend an academic year in France teaching English. It has been a great way for students to earn money while living abroad, and is also a fantastic stepping-stone for students wanting to apply to graduate school.

Advanced Degree Opportunities

  • Development Studies
  • Law School
  • Interpreting and Translating
  • Linguistics
  • Comparative Literature
  • French
  • International Business
  • International Aid and Relief Work

Regional And National Professional Opportunities

NGOs

French And Francophone Culture In Georgia And The U.S.