Study Bachelor of Arts in World Languages and Cultures at University of Massachusetts - Lowell in the USA, College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
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Bachelor of Arts in World Languages and Cultures

USA

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What will I learn?

With the world languages and cultures major, you will build the language skills and cultural understanding necessary to succeed in today's multicultural workplaces. Explore the world through language. With this program, you’ll build strong speaking, writing and cross-cultural skills while studying French, German, Italian, Portuguese or Spanish.Along the way, you can apply your skills through study abroad, career-connected experiences in Lowell’s multicultural neighborhoods, and community partnerships with schools, health centers, museums and local organizations. Many students choose to enhance their degree by adding a double major. You’ll also have the opportunity to publish your work in the department’s online journal, Canal. You’ll graduate ready for careers in fields such as business, education, health care, government, translation and international programs-areas that value strong language skills and cultural understanding.

Which department am I in?

College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
US$36,610.00 per year
Food Plan Rates (Bourgeois Hall) Cost Per Year - $9,990.00
Application deadline

12/12/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

UMass Lowell Campus

220 Pawtucket St., Suite 420,

Lowell,

Massachusetts,

01854, Northeast, United States

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
US$36,610.00 per year
Food Plan Rates (Bourgeois Hall) Cost Per Year - $9,990.00
Start date

September 2027

Venue

UMass Lowell Campus

220 Pawtucket St., Suite 420,

Lowell,

Massachusetts,

01854, Northeast, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

You are considered a first-year student if you have not taken any post-secondary/college coursework. Your application should include your high school or secondary school records, including results from culminating or leaving examinations.

Transcript - Your official school transcript (grades 9-11).

Essay - A personal essay of 250-650 words. Please write your full name on each essay page if submitting by mail.

Recommendation - A letter of recommendation from someone who is familiar with your abilities (a teacher, college counselor, coach, employer, etc.). If using the UMass Lowell web application, please feel free to download the recommendation form (pdf).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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