Global Languages

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

“A well-rounded education is so important... Studying Spanish reminded me of the joys and wonders of what it means to be human.”

Ilana Nazari, SB '22, Biological Engineering Major, Spanish Minor.

"The benefit of language is so clear--how it opens up new doors. You can imagine yourself in places you couldn't have imagined before."

Charles Huang, SB '11

“I really enjoy learning about the history of technology and computer systems and how that intersects with language.”

Amelia Meles, SB '22, Computer Science and Engineering Major, Chinese Minor

“My French minor plays particularly well with my other majors of Biological Engineering and Biology. French is one of the key languages used in global health.”

Desmond Edwards, SB '22, Biological Engineering and Biology major. French minor.

“Studying German has been perhaps the most rewarding experience of my time at MIT. My German classes offered a consistent level of challenge while still being achievable.”

Kyle Markland, Materials Science and Engineering with Computer Science Major, German Minor