Linguistics
Interested in studying Linguistics abroad? The following programs offer significant coursework and performance immersion opportunities for Linguistics. This is meant to highlight a variety of programs by region. Please note there are many other options available beyond what is listed. This is not a guaranteed list for credit transfer. Students must obtain department advisor approval for fulfilling degree requirements. Students must apply to both the provider through the links below, and to WWU Education Abroad.
University Catalog: Linguistics BA requirements and Linguistics Minor, all other courses in Linguistics (and other related departments such as English or Anthropology) can be found using the Course Description search feature.
Advisor
Kristin Denham
Office: BH 418G
Research, Fellowships & Grants
U.S. Dept. of State Critical Language Scholarship
Award amount: Summer $Full Tuition, Airfare, Accommodations
NSEP David L Boren Undergraduate Scholarship
Award amount: Up to $8000 for a summer; $10,000 for a semester and $20,000 for a full academic year
Freeman-ASIA (Freeman Awards for Study in Asia) Grant
Award amount: up to $3,000 for Summer, $5,000 for Semester/Quarter, $7,000 for Academic Year
Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship
For Pell Grant eligible students
Award amount: Grants averaging up to $3,000 for Summer, $5,000 for Semester/Quarter, $8,000 for Critical Language Study
Advising Info
Students may fulfill the language requirements for the Linguistics major in a variety of study abroad programs.
- Linguistics majors must have two years of college study of an Indo-European language including:
- French Language Programs
- Spanish Language Programs
- German Language Programs
- OR- one year of college study of a non-Indo-European language, including:
- Chinese Language Programs
- Japanese Language Programs
- American Sign Language
- Arabic Language Programs * check with EdAbroad for available programs*
After you decide on a program and the courses you will take abroad, you must complete the Departmental Academic Advising Esign Form with your academic advisor. The form must be completed before your program commences.
Review Your Degree Works
Web4U > Student > Student Records > Degree Works. Follow steps to see what you have completed, and what you still need for your degree plan. At least 50% of the credit hours required for the major/minor must be earned at Western.
An official transcript from your program must be sent to Education Abroad for processing upon completion of your program.
More Info
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Scholarships & Financial Aid
- Things to Consider
- Cost of Living around the World
- Consider adding a Global Studies Minor to your degree