Language Degrees Online

Why study foreign languages?
To increase employment possibilities, broaden skills and aid in career advancement
To gain insight into foreign cultures, history, government, politics, art music and literature
To read primary works in the sciences, arts, politics and government, as well as business, economics and international trade
To make foreign travel more meaningful and enjoyable
To facilitate international communication, strengthen ties with foreign governments and peoples and help further cultural and business contacts
To better appreciate the cultural diversity of the community

What can you do with a degree in foreign languages?

In today’s job market there is an ever-growing need for people who speak more than one language. Our foreign language majors and minors graduating with a BA can find positions in business, teaching and government including the FBI, CIA, foreign trade, international business, communications, the media, banking, publishing and airlines. The services of translators and interpreters are important to courts, financial markets and the stock exchanges. Social and psychology workers and doctors also need foreign languages to carry out their duties. The list is endless, and the career possibilities of our foreign language majors are continually expanding. Fields such as computer science, political science, and graduate studies in humanities and science often require foreign language examinations and skills.

Diploma Recognition and Transcript Notation

Get an edge on the job market! Earn special recognition for skills in foreign language! You can receive a special certificate on Awards Days and a permanent notation on your transcript “Citation of Achievement in a foreign language”

Eligibility:
Successfully complete 12 credits in one foreign language at C.W. Post in French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Spanish
Achieve a minimum grade of C in the target language courses AP, Life Experience, Critical Languages and transfer credits are not applicable