Discover the advantages of learning a foreign language online

The Foreign Languages and Literatures Department along with Oregon State Ecampus invite you to discover the flexibility and ease of completing one of nearly 50 courses in eight different languages online. All language and literature courses offered through Ecampus are based on a tradition of dedicated teaching and personal contact between student and instructor and provide true multimedia instruction coupled with realistic learning objectives. 

Choose from eight languages

• Arabic
• French
• German (earn a bachelor's degree or a minor)
• Hebrew
• Italian
• Japanese
• Russian
• Spanish

In today's world, knowing other languages is often a necessity for success. Developing language competence will give you a sense of world citizenry and prepare you for careers in international fields. In addition, language competence strengthens the credentials of students planning careers in any of the following fields: international business, foreign affairs, nongovernment organizations, environmental science, public health, law enforcement, education and social services among many others.

To find out when courses are offered and to view the syllabus for each course, please visit the Ecampus schedule of classes.