31 Master's Programs in French in North America

Top universities for French in North America

Ranked by how many french programs each one runs in North America — the count is next to the name.

• Rutgers University, New Brunswick (2)
• Dalhousie University (2)
• Tulane University (2)
• University of Florida (2)
• Queens College CUNY (2)
• Montclair State University (1)
• Middle Tennessee State University (1)
• Indiana University Bloomington (1)
• Michigan State University (1)
• Penn State University (1)

January intake in North America

5 of these programs list a dated January start that is still ahead. Dates come from each listing — confirm on the program page before planning around one.

• Master in French (7-12) — Queens College CUNY · starts Jan 2027
• Master in French & Francophone World Studies, MA — University of Iowa · starts Jan 2027
• Master in French — Queens College CUNY · starts Jan 2027
• Master in French, M.A. — University of South Florida · starts Jan 2027
• Master in French MA — University of Cincinnati · starts Jan 2027

Masters (MS) in French in North America: common questions

How many french programs are there in North America?

31 french masters programs at 26 universities in North America are open to international students, as of 11 October 2026.

How much does a french degree in North America cost?

The median annual fee (programs billed per year) for master's programs in french in North America is 25,625 USD. The middle half of those programs charge between 16,392 USD and 33,814 USD a year.

Can I study french in North America in English?

Yes — 100% of the french programs in North America in our catalog are taught in English (31 of 31).