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Bachelor of French
- Frederick, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A structured research doctorate in french leading to a PhD thesis.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Learners studying French can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
- Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods
- And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
- Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.
Career outcomes
- French Specialist
- French Associate
Curriculum
- Structured PhD in French (four years full-time
- Six part-time unless stated): an original research thesis written under a supervisor
- Supported by taught graduate-education modules
- Discipline-specific modules and progress milestones. Applications are accepted at any time.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school transcripts (and any college transcripts) translated and evaluated course by course by a NACES evaluator
- Passport copy
- Proof of one year of finances for F-1
- Holistic review
- Test-optional (SAT/ACT optional).
- No minimum GPA published
- Holistic review
- Test-optional (SAT/ACT optional).
Accepted academic background
Secondary school (and any post-secondary) transcripts, Translated and evaluated course-by-course by NACES/WES, Copy of passport, Proof of one year of finances (F-1 applicants).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 53
- Duolingo 100
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy (if required).
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements and deadlines: Fall June 15
- Spring Nov. Apply online with the Common Application. Upload transcripts evaluated course by course by a NACES evaluator
- An English test (IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE 53 or Duolingo 100)
- A passport copy and proof of one year of finances for F-1.. Pay the non-refundable enrollment deposit after acceptance. Hood issues the Form I-20. Pay the SEVIS fee and book the F-1 visa interview. Hood helps with airport pickup and arrival.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $50,900 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 USD |
| Deposit | $350 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Frederick |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | _ |
| Department | Global Languages and Cultures |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship consideration may depend on the specific program, Academic merit, Applicant status and available funding. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
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August 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $50,900 USD per year. The application fee is $100 USD. The deposit is $350 USD. The estimated living cost is $22,195 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 53, Duolingo 100.

