Degrees in French for Military and Veterans

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American University- Offers an Undergraduate Certificate in French Translation. Students can earn this certificate independently or in conjunction with an undergraduate degree. American University participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

Associate Degree in French

With an Associate Degree in French students immerse themselves in courses that explore the culture(s) of the French-speaking world. An Associate Degree in French (also sometimes listed as French Studies and/or Francophone Studies) is interdisciplinary and may include courses such as:

• Women’s Studies
• Caribbean Studies
• Colonial and Post-Colonial History
• French Medieval Times
• Contemporary France
• Literature
• Culture
• Popular Culture
• Humanities
• Politics
• Art

This degree is excellent preparation for a wide variety of entry level careers, especially those that serve mixed cultural communities. An Associate Degree in French also prepares students for further educational success should they choose to continue with baccalaureate studies.

Jobs with an Associate Degree in French:

• Teacher Assistant- Work with a licensed teacher to give students additional attention and instruction. May specialize in specific student populations given area(s) of expertise. Median Annual Salary: $29,000.
• Translator- Convert information from one language into another language. Some work for translation and interpretation companies, individual organizations, or private clients. Many translators also work remotely. Median Annual Salary: $52,000.
• Customs Broker- Works to ensure client shipments meet the dozens of requirements enforced by US Customs and Border Control. Median Annual Salary: $76,000.

Bachelor's Degree in French Using the GI Bill and Yellow Ribbon Programs

Students who have a passion for French culture and language will thrive in a Bachelor’s Degree program. Students will grow their knowledge and expertise on all things French while cultivating their language, writing, and research skills. Students will acquire the skills to think critically, creatively, and independently. A Bachelor’s Degree in French encourages students to become active and engaged citizens in a complex global world.

Upon graduation, students can choose to enter the workforce and/or pursue further education by earning a graduate degree.

Jobs with a Bachelor’s Degree in French:

• News Correspondent– Work for newspaper, website, or periodical publishers or in television or radio broadcasting and inform the public about news and events. Specifically, as it relates to and/or impacts international and French news. Median Annual Salary: $46,000.
• Interpreter- Convert information from one language into another language. Interpreters work in settings such as schools, hospitals, courtrooms, meeting rooms, and conference centers. Some work for translation and interpretation companies, individual organizations, or private clients. Median Annual Salary: $52,000.
• Public Relations Specialist- Create and maintain a favorable public image for the organization they represent. Median Annual Salary: $63,000.

Ready to start your Bachelor’s Degree in French? Check out these great programs available at our partner schools:  

American University- Offers a Bachelor of Arts in French Studies and a BA in Language and Area Studies: French/Europe. American University participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

Georgetown University- Offers a Bachelor’s in French. Georgetown participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

Le Moyne College- Offers a Bachelor of Arts in French. LeMoyne participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

Pepperdine University- Offers a Bachelor’s in French Studies. Pepperdine participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.

Pomona College- Offers a Bachelor’s in French. Pomona participates in the Yellow Ribbon program.