French & Spanish Linguistics — PreK-12 Teacher Education Tracks

Program Type
Undergraduate Major
Degree
Bachelor of Art (BA)
Modes of Study
Blended;In person

Tuition & fees

Costs include tuition, fees, & other costs such as books. See cost details

Financial aid

On average, 92% of enrolled students who file a FAFSA receive an offer. 91% of offers include scholarships, grants, waiver, and/or work-study. Explore aid

Program duration

Typical completion time: 4 years. Flexible options may save time. Explore options

Admissions

SAT & ACT scores optional. Early action & year-round admissions. View application process & deadlines

Program highlights

  • Benefit from our unique approach: We combine teacher preparation courses and student-teaching experience with courses in phonetics, syntax, and second language acquisition.
  • Develop expertise in linguistics and fluency in French or Spanish and prepare to be an engaging and resourceful French or Spanish teacher.
  • Gain more student-teaching experience than any other Maine-based teacher preparation program.
  • Excel with academic advising and professional development — from course selection to the student teaching internship.
  • Work closely with faculty and receive one-on-one individualized attention through community involvement and grant-funded research programs.
  • Immerse yourself in the language through exposure at community events and weekly round tables arranged by department faculty.

Expected career outcomes

Study French or Spanish Linguistics with a PreK-12 Teacher Education Track

We provide a rigorous, authentic learning experience, ensuring you graduate with a solid knowledge base in the language classes you’ll teach.

French Linguistics

Share your enthusiasm for French and education — prepare to teach PreK-12.

Spanish Linguistics

Share your enthusiasm for Spanish and education — prepare to teach PreK-12.

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Continual classroom experience

We provide practice with grades PreK-12 early and often — you’ll start working with students in your first year. During your final year-long student teaching internship, you’ll gain experience in two grade levels.

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National accreditation & state approval

Our Teacher Education program is nationally accredited by CAEP (Council for Accreditation of Educator Preparation) and state-approved by the Maine Department of Education.

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Scholarship opportunities

Scholarships offer valuable financial aid that doesn’t need to be repaid. You’ll be automatically considered for Merit Scholarships when you apply for admission by the deadline. Additional opportunities are available.

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Diverse, expert faculty

You’ll study with faculty in both Education and in Linguistics. This unique approach ensures a superior background in educator preparation and mastery of the French or Spanish language.

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Teacher Education Program Options

Interested in another content area? We also offer programs for Elementary Education (K-6), Art Education and Music Education (PreK-12), and Secondary Teacher Education Tracks (6-12) in STEM and liberal arts.

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