The Bridge Program allows high school students to earn college-level credit while in high school. The Bridge Program courses are taught at specific high schools in Utah. The program allows high school students to earn credit toward a minor in their chosen language.
The following language are included in Bridge Program:
Benefits of Learning a Language
Earning a minor in a language complements almost any major and can open new career options. There are many opportunites for whose who speak other languages in goverment and private industry. Learning a new language also makes it easier to understand other cultures.
At USU students who have completed the Bridge Program can advance their language skills by participating in USU language clubs and study abroad programs. Students can also access the USU language lab for help in improving their conversation, reading, and writing skills.
Minor Pathways
The minor in the language of interest can be earned by completing the requirements as outlined below.
The French minor is 12 upper-division French electives.
The Portuguese minor is 12 upper-division Portuguese electives.
Spanish Minor Course Groups: