Modern Languages and Intercultural Communication, B.A.
The Saint Louis University Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages and Intercultural Communications is the first major of its kind in the U.S. and can be studied either in St. Louis or at Saint Loui University-Madrid. The program is a collaboration between the SLU's Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures and the SLU-Madrid's Department of ESL, Modern Languages and Education. The major is aimed at students who love languages and culture and seek proficiency in multiple languages.
In our globalized world, knowledge of other languages and cultures is important to a growing variety of professions, and this major is targeted at students who realize the need not only for learning more than one foreign language but also for using effective communication skills when speaking to people from other cultures. In addition, employers are seeking graduates who can engage in multiple languages in culturally appropriate ways to further their business goals.
This is also an interesting option for students majoring in international business, international relations, communication and health sciences who may wish to enhance their career opportunities on the international market or working with international companies in their home countries. Our classes are based on developing plurilingual and pluricultural competencies that enable you to transfer these skills into many careers in the global workplace.
The major can be completed in either St. Louis or Madrid or through coursework at both locations, depending on what languages students wish to pursue: for example, Arabic and Portuguese are only offered in Madrid, and Chinese, German and Russian are only offered in St. Louis. Our aim for this major is to encourage students to move between the campuses and to facilitate the fulfillment of the Billiken Promise.
Intakes
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Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Career Outcomes & Placement Statistics
- Overall Outcomes: About 84% of SLU graduates are either employed, pursuing further studies, engaged in service programs, or in the military within six months after graduation
- Employment Breakdown: Another source reports that roughly 49.6% are working, 44.1% continue education, and 5.6% are still seeking employment
- Satisfaction: Around 92% of graduates are satisfied with their career or graduate study outcomes
Career Support and Resources
- SLU offers comprehensive career preparation through:
- Handshake: The central platform for job listings, internships, and on-campus recruiting
- Career Services: Offers résumé coaching, mock interviews via BigInterview, career fairs, experiential learning, and alumni networking through SLUConnections and other tools (Interstride, GoinGlobal)
- Special Programs: Including BHIP (Billiken Horizons Internship Program), research grants (SURGE), reciprocity assistance for job searches beyond St. Louis, skill development modules, and MyPlan career coaching
- Global Network: Over 133,000 alumni globally who provide networking and professional opportunities
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
3.0 GPA (out of 4.0) is a safe baseline for SLU admission, but selective majors may require 3.2+.
TOEFL iBT – 80
TOEFL PBT – 550
TOEFL ITP Plus (China) – 627
IELTS – 6.5
PTE Academic – 54
Duolingo English Test – 110
SAT (Reading & Writing) – 550
ACT (English section) – 21
For More Information Please Contact To Our PSA Counselor.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
227840 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: N/A
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