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1,717 Best Languages & Linguistics Programs in the United States

There are 1,717 Languages & Linguistics programs in the United States, spread across 611 universities, typically lasting 4 years. The list starts with courses at Harvard University, Cornell University and University of Chicago.

73Bachelor's Degree
BU Brown University logo
QS World #69 #21 in United States United States

Italian Studies

Brown University — The Bachelor's Degree in Italian Studies at Brown University offers students a comprehensive understanding of Italy's rich cultural, historical, and literary heritage. Th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
74Bachelor's Degree
BU Brown University logo
QS World #69 #21 in United States United States

Linguistics

Brown University — The Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics at Brown University offers an in-depth exploration of human language through diverse lenses, including its structure, meaning, history...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
75Bachelor's Degree
RU Rice University logo
QS World #119 #30 in United States United States

Creative Writing

Rice University — The Bachelor's Degree in Creative Writing at Rice University immerses students in the art of storytelling and the craft of writing. The program covers various genres, inc...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
76Bachelor's Degree
RU Rice University logo
QS World #119 #30 in United States United States

English

Rice University — The Bachelor's Degree in English at Rice University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of English literature, language, and cultural studies. This progr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
77Bachelor's Degree
RU Rice University logo
QS World #119 #30 in United States United States

French Studies

Rice University — The Bachelor's Degree in French Studies at Rice University offers an immersive exploration into the French language, literature, culture, and history. This program is des...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
78Bachelor's Degree
RU Rice University logo
QS World #119 #30 in United States United States

German Studies

Rice University — The Bachelor's Degree in German Studies at Rice University offers an in-depth exploration of the German language, literature, and culture. The program is designed to cult...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
79Bachelor's Degree
RU Rice University logo
QS World #119 #30 in United States United States

Greek Language and Literature

Rice University — The Bachelor's Degree in Greek Language and Literature at Rice University provides a comprehensive understanding of ancient Greek language and literary tradition. The pro...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
80Bachelor's Degree
RU Rice University logo
QS World #119 #30 in United States United States

Languages and Intercultural Communication

Rice University — The Bachelor's Degree in Languages and Intercultural Communication at Rice University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of linguistic diversity and cul...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
81Bachelor's Degree
RU Rice University logo
QS World #119 #30 in United States United States

Latin Language and Literature

Rice University — The Bachelor’s degree in Latin Language and Literature at Rice University offers an extensive exploration of classical texts and the development of Latin as a language. S...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
83Bachelor's Degree
RU Rice University logo
QS World #119 #30 in United States United States

Spanish and Portuguese

Rice University — The Bachelor's Degree in Spanish and Portuguese at Rice University offers students a comprehensive understanding of the linguistic, literary, and cultural dimensions of t...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
84Master's Degree
GI Georgia Institute of Technology logo
QS World #123 #31 in United States United States

Applied Languages and Intercultural Studies

Georgia Institute of Technology — The Master's Degree in Applied Languages and Intercultural Studies at Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus equips students with essential skills for effective comm...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
85Master's Degree
GI Georgia Institute of Technology logo
QS World #123 #31 in United States United States

Applied Languages and Intercultural Studies

Georgia Institute of Technology — The Master's degree in Applied Languages and Intercultural Studies at the Georgia Institute of Technology is designed to enhance students' understanding of language use i...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
86Bachelor's Degree
OS Ohio State University - Columbus logo
QS World #190 #43 in United States United States

Arabic

Ohio State University - Columbus — The Bachelor’s Degree in Arabic at Ohio State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the Arabic language, literature, and culture. This progra...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
87Bachelor's Degree
OS Ohio State University - Columbus logo
QS World #190 #43 in United States United States

Chinese

Ohio State University - Columbus — The Bachelor's Degree in Chinese at Ohio State University offers students an immersive experience into the Chinese language and culture. The course covers a range of topi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
88Bachelor's Degree
OS Ohio State University - Columbus logo
QS World #190 #43 in United States United States

English

Ohio State University - Columbus — The Bachelor's Degree in English at Ohio State University offers a comprehensive exploration of literature, linguistic theories, and critical analysis skills. Students en...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
89Bachelor's Degree
OS Ohio State University-Main Campus logo
QS World #190 #45 in United States Columbus, Ohio, United States

Arabic

Ohio State University-Main Campus — The Bachelor's Degree in Arabic at Ohio State University-Main Campus offers students a comprehensive understanding of the Arabic language, literature, and culture. This p...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
90Bachelor's Degree
OS Ohio State University-Main Campus logo
QS World #190 #45 in United States Columbus, Ohio, United States

Chinese

Ohio State University-Main Campus — The Bachelor's Degree in Chinese at Ohio State University-Main Campus offers an immersive educational experience designed to develop proficiency in the Chinese language a...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
91Bachelor's Degree
OS Ohio State University-Main Campus logo
QS World #190 #45 in United States Columbus, Ohio, United States

English

Ohio State University-Main Campus — The Bachelor's Degree in English at Ohio State University provides students with a comprehensive study of the English language and its literature, fostering a deep unders...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
92Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota - Crookston logo
QS World #203 #47 in United States United States

English

University of Minnesota - Crookston — The Bachelor's Degree in English at the University of Minnesota - Crookston offers a comprehensive exploration of language, literature, and composition. This program is d...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
93Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota - Crookston logo
QS World #203 #47 in United States United States

Writing

University of Minnesota - Crookston — The Bachelor's Degree in Writing at the University of Minnesota - Crookston is designed to equip students with the necessary skills to communicate effectively in various...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
94Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota - Morris logo
QS World #203 #49 in United States United States

English

University of Minnesota - Morris — The Bachelor's Degree in English at the University of Minnesota - Morris offers a comprehensive exploration of literature, writing, and language. This program is designed...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
95Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota - Morris logo
QS World #203 #49 in United States United States

French

University of Minnesota - Morris — The Bachelor’s Degree in French at the University of Minnesota - Morris offers a comprehensive exploration of the French language, literature, and culture. Students engag...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Languages & Linguistics
96Bachelor's Degree
UM University of Minnesota - Morris logo
QS World #203 #49 in United States United States

Spanish

University of Minnesota - Morris — Course OverviewThe Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish at the University of Minnesota - Morris offers a comprehensive exploration of the Spanish language and its diverse culture...

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

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How these courses are ranked

49 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #5 (Harvard University) to #596 (University of Iowa); 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. 13 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

What the courses look like

By level: 1,161 bachelor's, 98 master's, 33 diploma and 16 professional. Within the subject, the largest areas are Languages & Linguistics (1,682), English Language (21), Linguistics (3) and French Language (3). The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 98% are full-time and 29 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (98% of courses with a stated intake). State University of New York at Binghamton offers the widest choice, with 18 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the United States for 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 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 Languages & Linguistics course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do 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 Languages & Linguistics online with a university in the United States?

29 of these courses are listed as online.

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

State University of New York at Binghamton, with 18, ahead of University of Virginia, Charlottesville (17).

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