More than 400 students study French and Italian at Vanderbilt every semester. Many choose to begin their language here, while others build on what they have learned in high school.  Using internet technology and interactive materials, students at all levels study language, history, civilization, film, business, and literature.

Many students choose to study at Vanderbilt-in-France in Aix-en-Provence, or in Italy at the program in Siena or in Florence.

The department offers several scholarships for the Vanderbilt-in-France program as well as awards for top students.  The national French honor society, Phi Delta Phi, is represented by our chapter, Kappa Lambda.

If you are interested in a major or minor in French contact the Director of Undergraduate Studies, Professor Anthère Nzabatsinda (anthere.nzabatsinda@vanderbilt.edu), or the Department Chair, Professor Virginia Scott (virginia.m.scott@vanderbilt.edu).

• Activities for students studying French
• Don't know where to start your French study?  Click here to take the on-line placement test.   
• Combined BA/MA (4+1) Degree Program
• What are recent alums doing?

If you are interested in a minor in Italian or Italian Studies contact Dr. Tracy Barrett at tracy.barrett@vanderbilt.edu.