Languages & Cultures
The Bachelor of Arts in Languages & Cultures offers specialized concentrations to equip students with high-impact linguistic proficiency and transdisciplinary cultural knowledge.
Students can study:
- American Sign Language/English Interpretation
- Chinese Language and Area Studies
- Classics
- French
- German
- Russian Language and Area Studies
Additionally, students gain access to specialized critical language scholarships for study abroad and a unique Certificate in Translation and Interpretation that bridges language skills with professional global contexts.
Global Connections Through Language Mastery
Languages & Cultures fosters global communication and cultural empathy through intensive study of world languages, literature, and diverse historical perspectives.
Degree & Course DetailsTop 10 in Texas
Ranked #7 Best Foreign Languages & Linguistics Schools.
(College Factual, 2025)
Accelerated B.A. to M.A in Languages and Cultures
The accelerated Languages and Cultures, B.A. to M.A. allows qualified seniors to begin graduate coursework and earn up to 9 credit hours toward both degrees. Students can enter the global workforce earlier by completing both degrees in just five years.
Career Paths & Salary Ranges
Languages & Cultures graduates are making an impact.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
All students are considered for merit scholarships when they apply for admission. Admitted students can find additional external scholarship opportunities through Scholarship Universe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find more information about my department?
Explore more about departments in the College of Arts and Sciences.
How do I choose a major?
The College of Arts & Sciences has an Arts & Sciences Undeclared (ASUD) designation.
Students with 30 hours or fewer qualify and work with Academic Success Advisors to determine their major while taking core requirements.
How do I get involved in research?
Students have several opportunities to pursue undergraduate research through the College of Arts & Sciences Undergraduate Research Academy (CASURA), Center for the Integration of STEM Education & Research (CISER) and Center for Transformative Undergraduate Experiences (TrUE).
Students can also contact faculty members, ask academic advisors and review departmental publications, bulletin boards and webpages for research opportunities.
What kind of scholarships and financial aid are available for incoming students, transfer
students, and current students?
All students are considered for merit scholarships when they apply for admission. To be considered for other forms of aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Use Texas Tech's school code 003644.
Admitted students can find additional internal and external scholarship opportunities through Scholarship Universe.
Prospective and incoming students can also connect with assigned financial aid advisors.
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