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1,161 Best Bachelor's Languages & Linguistics Programs in the United States

1,161 Bachelor's Languages & Linguistics courses are taught at 448 universities in the United States, typically lasting 4 years. Courses from Harvard University, Cornell University and University of Chicago come first, because those universities rank highest.

26Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Chicago logo
QS World #13 #7 in United States United States

Comparative Literature

University of Chicago — The Bachelor's Degree in Comparative Literature at the University of Chicago invites students to explore diverse literary traditions, languages, and cultures. This interd...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
27Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Chicago logo
QS World #13 #7 in United States United States

Creative Writing

University of Chicago — The Bachelor’s Degree in Creative Writing at the University of Chicago offers students an immersive experience in the art of storytelling, focusing on various genres such...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
28Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Chicago logo
QS World #13 #7 in United States United States

East Asian Languages and Civilizations

University of Chicago — About the East Asian Languages and Civilizations ProgramThe East Asian Languages and Civilizations program at the University of Chicago provides students with a comprehen...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
29Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Chicago logo
QS World #13 #7 in United States United States

English Language and Literature

University of Chicago — Overview of the ProgramThe Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature at the University of Chicago offers an in-depth exploration of the intricacies of the Engl...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
30Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Chicago logo
QS World #13 #7 in United States United States

Germanic Studies

University of Chicago — The Bachelor's Degree in Germanic Studies at the University of Chicago provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the languages, literatures, and cultures of...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
31Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Chicago logo
QS World #13 #7 in United States United States

Linguistics

University of Chicago — The Bachelor's Degree in Linguistics at the University of Chicago delves into the scientific study of language, exploring its structure, development, and function. The pr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
32Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Chicago logo
QS World #13 #7 in United States United States

Romance Languages and Literatures

University of Chicago — The Bachelor's Degree in Romance Languages and Literatures at the University of Chicago offers a comprehensive exploration of the languages, cultures, and literatures of...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
33Bachelor's Degree
UC University of Chicago logo
QS World #13 #7 in United States United States

South Asian Languages and Civilizations

University of Chicago — The Bachelor's Degree in South Asian Languages and Civilizations at the University of Chicago offers an in-depth exploration of the languages, cultures, histories, and so...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
44Bachelor's Degree
CM Carnegie Mellon University logo
QS World #65 #18 in United States United States

English

Carnegie Mellon University

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
45Bachelor's Degree
BU Brown University logo
QS World #69 #21 in United States United States

Comparative Literature

Brown University — The Bachelor's degree in Comparative Literature at Brown University provides an in-depth exploration of literature across cultural boundaries. The program encourages stud...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
46Bachelor's Degree
BU Brown University logo
QS World #69 #21 in United States United States

English

Brown University — The Bachelor’s Degree in English at Brown University delves into the complexities of language, literature, and cultural studies. This course is designed to expand student...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
47Bachelor's Degree
BU Brown University logo
QS World #69 #21 in United States United States

French and Francophone Studies

Brown University — The Bachelor’s degree in French and Francophone Studies at Brown University offers an immersive exploration of the French language, literature, culture, and history. The...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
48Bachelor's Degree
BU Brown University logo
QS World #69 #21 in United States United States

German Studies

Brown University — The Bachelor's Degree in German Studies at Brown University offers a comprehensive exploration of the German language, literature, and culture. This program is designed t...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics

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How these courses are ranked

36 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #5 (Harvard University) to #575 (University of South Carolina); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Harvard University has the largest research record in this group, with 146,463,495 citations and an h-index of 2,807. 5 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

Within the subject, the largest areas are Languages & Linguistics (1,131), English Language (18), English Literature (3) and Linguistics (2). The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 98% are full-time and 14 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). University of Virginia, Charlottesville offers the widest choice, with 17 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for Bachelor's Languages & Linguistics?

Harvard University (QS World #5), Cornell University (QS World #13) and University of Chicago (QS World #13) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Bachelor's Languages & Linguistics in the United States?

Of those with published fees, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is the least expensive at about USD 5,274 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Bachelor's Languages & Linguistics course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Bachelor's Languages & Linguistics courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Bachelor's Languages & Linguistics online with a university in the United States?

14 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Bachelor's Languages & Linguistics courses in the United States?

University of Virginia, Charlottesville, with 17, ahead of State University of New York at Binghamton (15).

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