- An intensive overseas language and cultural immersion program for American students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities.
- Students spend eight to ten weeks abroad studying one of 15 critical languages. The program includes intensive language instruction and structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains.
- Most languages offered by the CLS Program (9 of 15) do not require applicants to have any experience studying critical languages.
- CLS seeks to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages that are critical to national security and economic prosperity.
- CLS plays an important role in preparing students for the 21st century’s globalized workforce and increasing national competitiveness.
The CLS Program offers instruction in the following languages:
Arabic
Azerbaijani Bangla |
Chinese
Hindi Indonesian |
Japanese
Korean Persian |
Portuguese
Punjabi Russian |
Swahili
Turkish Urdu |