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Center for Language Studies


Students or professionals: become fluent in a foreign language.

Students in CLS programs can study Japanese, Chinese, or Russian.

Summer Language Program

Join a community of students from around the country and the world who seek fluency in languages critical to national security.

Learn More about the CLS summer language program

Professional Language Training

Continuing your education or maintain their language skills through courses made for professionals: evenings, wherever you are.

Learn More about CLS professional language training

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