Why Choose French?

• France is the number 1 destination for tourists.

• French is the 2nd most taught language in the world.

• There are large populations of Francophones (French speakers) across Europe, Africa, and North America.

• As a Latin derived language 30% of the English vocabulary is borrowed from French.

• Bilingual Canada is the number 1 trading partner of the United States.

• Over 4,600 French companies conduct business in the United States, providing over 650,000 American jobs.

• French is an official language of over 86 international organizations including the United Nations and NATO.

Source: French by the Numbers

American Association of Teachers of French