2026 Best Value Teaching French Foreign Language Schools
Looking for the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language programs programs in the United States? We have ranked 455 colleges by value — the balance of cost and student outcomes, using our 2026 methodology. Each school below is scored on factors such as tuition, student debt, and post-graduation earnings to surface the strongest return on investment.
To help you make your decision, Teaching Degree Search reviewed schools to compile this 2026 value ranking, drawing primarily on U.S. Department of Education data (IPEDS and College Scorecard). View our full ranking methodology.
Top 25 Best-Value Teaching French Foreign Language Schools in the United States
Explore the best-value schools below:
For return on investment, no school beat La Salle University this year in the United States. This private not-for-profit school is set in Philadelphia, PA. Students from in state pay about $37,800 in tuition and fees. La Salle University Teaching French Foreign Language students take on a median of $25,462 in debt. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $67,416. That is a strong return on a $25,462 median debt. La Salle University admits about 97% of applicants. Read the full report on La Salle University
You'll get strong value at Santa Fe Community College, which ranked #3 this year. Located in Santa Fe, NM, Santa Fe Community College is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $1,851 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $4,131. Santa Fe Community College Teaching French Foreign Language students take on a median of $15,267 in debt. Santa Fe Community College alumni report median earnings of $38,005 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. See the full Santa Fe Community College profile
You'll get strong value at Valley City State University, which ranked #4 this year. Set in Valley City, ND, Valley City State University is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $8,580, with out-of-state students paying around $13,544. Valley City State University Teaching French Foreign Language students take on a median of $25,074 in debt. Graduates go on to earn a median of $52,725 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $25,074 median debt. About 99% of those who apply are admitted. Read the full report on Valley City State University
Out of the 455 schools in the United States in this year's value ranking, Brigham Young University Provo landed the #5 spot. This private not-for-profit school is set in Provo, UT. Students from in state pay about $6,688 in tuition and fees. The median Teaching French Foreign Language program debt is $12,184. Median earnings reach $75,790 ten years out. That is a strong return on a $12,184 median debt. The acceptance rate is 68%. More on Brigham Young University Provo
Western Governors University placed #6 among the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools in the United States. Set in Salt Lake City, UT, Western Governors University is a private not-for-profit institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $8,658. Students borrow a median of $23,277 to complete their Teaching French Foreign Language program here. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $60,615. Set against $23,277 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. See the full Western Governors University profile
Minnesota State University Mankato came in at #7 in this year's value ranking. This public school is set in Mankato, MN. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $9,572, while out-of-state students pay about $18,942. Minnesota State University Mankato Teaching French Foreign Language students take on a median of $25,260 in debt. Median earnings reach $56,922 ten years out. That is a strong return on a $25,260 median debt. Minnesota State University Mankato admits about 88% of applicants. More on Minnesota State University Mankato
Morningside College landed the #8 spot for value in the United States this year. Morningside College is a private not-for-profit school based in Sioux City, IA. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $39,519. Graduates carry a median of $27,281 in student loans. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $55,494. That is a strong return on a $27,281 median debt. About 71% of those who apply are admitted. See the full Morningside College profile
Southwest Minnesota State University landed the #9 spot for value in the United States this year. Based in Marshall, MN, Southwest Minnesota State University is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $10,361. Southwest Minnesota State University Teaching French Foreign Language students take on a median of $27,016 in debt. Southwest Minnesota State University alumni report median earnings of $51,342 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $27,016 median debt. About 62% of those who apply are admitted. See the full Southwest Minnesota State University profile
College Of Lake County ranked #10 on our 2026 list of the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools. Located in Grayslake, IL, College Of Lake County is a public institution. Students from in state pay about $4,788 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $14,400. Students borrow a median of $9,785 to complete their Teaching French Foreign Language program here. College Of Lake County alumni report median earnings of $43,424 a decade after entry. Set against $9,785 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Get the full College Of Lake County report
Olivet Nazarene University landed the #11 spot for value in the United States this year. This private not-for-profit school is set in Bourbonnais, IL. Students from in state pay about $38,900 in tuition and fees. Students borrow a median of $26,797 to complete their Teaching French Foreign Language program here. Olivet Nazarene University alumni report median earnings of $53,213 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $26,797 median debt. Olivet Nazarene University admits about 56% of applicants. Read the full report on Olivet Nazarene University
Mcdaniel College came in at #12 in this year's value ranking. Based in Westminster, MD, Mcdaniel College is a private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees average $52,081. Typical Teaching French Foreign Language student debt is $23,247. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $60,663. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 78% of those who apply are admitted. Read more about Mcdaniel College
Gordon College ranked #13 on our 2026 list of the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools. Gordon College is a private not-for-profit school based in Wenham, MA. Students from in state pay about $30,700 in tuition and fees. Students borrow a median of $26,372 to complete their Teaching French Foreign Language program here. Graduates go on to earn a median of $52,119 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $26,372 median debt. Roughly 69% of applicants are accepted. Read more about Gordon College
Buena Vista University offered strong value this year, earning the #14 position. Based in Storm Lake, IA, Buena Vista University is a private not-for-profit institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $41,798. Buena Vista University Teaching French Foreign Language students take on a median of $29,317 in debt. Buena Vista University alumni report median earnings of $49,156 a decade after entry. Set against $29,317 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 78% of those who apply are admitted. More on Buena Vista University
Spring Arbor University landed the #15 spot for value in the United States this year. Set in Spring Arbor, MI, Spring Arbor University is a private not-for-profit institution. Students from in state pay about $34,014 in tuition and fees. Students borrow a median of $28,268 to complete their Teaching French Foreign Language program here. Graduates go on to earn a median of $51,732 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $28,268 median debt. The acceptance rate is 52%. See the full Spring Arbor University profile
Huntington University came in at #16 in this year's value ranking. Based in Huntington, IN, Huntington University is a private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees average $31,870. Typical Teaching French Foreign Language student debt is $28,332. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $46,672. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Huntington University has an acceptance rate of 76%. More on Huntington University
University Of St Francis landed the #17 spot for value in the United States this year. This private not-for-profit school is set in Joliet, IL. In-state tuition and fees run about $38,110. Typical Teaching French Foreign Language student debt is $25,695. University Of St Francis alumni report median earnings of $63,926 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $25,695 median debt. About 65% of those who apply are admitted. Read the full report on University Of St Francis
The College Of New Jersey came in at #18 in this year's value ranking. This public school is set in Ewing, NJ. In-state tuition and fees average $19,632, with out-of-state students paying around $25,752. The College Of New Jersey Teaching French Foreign Language students take on a median of $24,429 in debt. Median earnings reach $73,323 ten years out. Set against $24,429 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Roughly 62% of applicants are accepted. Read more about The College Of New Jersey
Northern State University placed #19 among the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools in the United States. Based in Aberdeen, SD, Northern State University is a public institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $8,845, compared with $11,947 for out-of-state students. The median Teaching French Foreign Language program debt is $26,143. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $47,618. That is a strong return on a $26,143 median debt. Northern State University admits about 93% of applicants. See the full Northern State University profile
Hamline University placed #20 among the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools in the United States. Located in Saint Paul, MN, Hamline University is a private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $50,004. Graduates carry a median of $25,530 in student loans. Median earnings reach $61,106 ten years out. Set against $25,530 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 88% of those who apply are admitted. See the full Hamline University profile
Valparaiso University offered strong value this year, earning the #21 position. Located in Valparaiso, IN, Valparaiso University is a private not-for-profit institution. Students from in state pay about $48,450 in tuition and fees. Graduates carry a median of $26,724 in student loans. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $63,191. That is a strong return on a $26,724 median debt. Roughly 89% of applicants are accepted. See the full Valparaiso University profile
Seattle University offered strong value this year, earning the #22 position. Seattle University is a private not-for-profit school based in Seattle, WA. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $56,721. Graduates carry a median of $22,289 in student loans. Median earnings reach $75,272 ten years out. That is a strong return on a $22,289 median debt. Seattle University has an acceptance rate of 77%. See the full Seattle University profile
Concordia University Seward placed #22 among the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools in the United States. Concordia University Seward is a private not-for-profit school based in Seward, NE. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $40,640. Graduates carry a median of $26,726 in student loans. Concordia University Seward alumni report median earnings of $52,415 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 86% of those who apply are admitted. Read more about Concordia University Seward
Concordia University Chicago placed #24 among the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools in the United States. Based in River Forest, IL, Concordia University Chicago is a private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $37,488. Typical Teaching French Foreign Language student debt is $26,956. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $54,089. Set against $26,956 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 93% of those who apply are admitted. Read the full report on Concordia University Chicago
Asbury University landed the #24 spot for value in the United States this year. Located in Wilmore, KY, Asbury University is a private not-for-profit institution. Students from in state pay about $33,640 in tuition and fees. Graduates carry a median of $28,104 in student loans. Graduates go on to earn a median of $42,368 ten years after entry. Set against $28,104 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Asbury University admits about 63% of applicants. Read more about Asbury University
Universidad Del Turabo came in at #26 in this year's value ranking. This private not-for-profit school is set in Gurabo, PR. Students from in state pay about $7,750 in tuition and fees. Students borrow a median of $14,155 to complete their Teaching French Foreign Language program here. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $26,223. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Read more about Universidad Del Turabo
Rest of the Top 50 Best-Value Teaching French Foreign Language Schools in the United States
These schools rounded out the top of this year’s value ranking:
Youngstown State University placed #27 among the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools in the United States. Youngstown State University is a public school based in Youngstown, OH. Students from in state pay about $9,926 in tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay about $10,286. Graduates carry a median of $26,373 in student loans. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $41,544. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. The acceptance rate is 84%. See the full Youngstown State University profile
Henderson State University landed the #27 spot for value in the United States this year. This public school is set in Arkadelphia, AR. In-state tuition and fees run about $8,244, with out-of-state students paying around $10,620. Henderson State University Teaching French Foreign Language students take on a median of $23,234 in debt. Median earnings reach $43,459 ten years out. Set against $23,234 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. See the full Henderson State University profile
Midland University ranked #29 on our 2026 list of the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools. Located in Fremont, NE, Midland University is a private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees average $42,050. The median Teaching French Foreign Language program debt is $27,536. Midland University alumni report median earnings of $52,163 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $27,536 median debt. The acceptance rate is 66%. Get the full Midland University report
Mount Mercy University placed #30 among the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools in the United States. Set in Cedar Rapids, IA, Mount Mercy University is a private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees average $40,878. The median Teaching French Foreign Language program debt is $27,709. Median earnings reach $60,787 ten years out. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Mount Mercy University has an acceptance rate of 82%. Get the full Mount Mercy University report
City University Of Seattle came in at #31 in this year's value ranking. Located in Seattle, WA, City University Of Seattle is a private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $13,929. The median Teaching French Foreign Language program debt is $18,000. City University Of Seattle alumni report median earnings of $69,460 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. See the full City University Of Seattle profile
Grand Canyon University offered strong value this year, earning the #32 position. Based in Phoenix, AZ, Grand Canyon University is a private for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $18,508. Students borrow a median of $30,027 to complete their Teaching French Foreign Language program here. Graduates go on to earn a median of $42,186 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $30,027 median debt. About 79% of those who apply are admitted. Read the full report on Grand Canyon University
Western Illinois University offered strong value this year, earning the #33 position. Based in Macomb, IL, Western Illinois University is a public institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $14,572. Typical Teaching French Foreign Language student debt is $27,639. Median earnings reach $54,163 ten years out. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Roughly 71% of applicants are accepted. Get the full Western Illinois University report
Wilson College came in at #34 in this year's value ranking. Wilson College is a private not-for-profit school based in Chambersburg, PA. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $27,100. Students borrow a median of $34,814 to complete their Teaching French Foreign Language program here. Graduates go on to earn a median of $43,326 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 92% of those who apply are admitted. Read more about Wilson College
Saint Marys University Of Minnesota came in at #34 in this year's value ranking. Saint Marys University Of Minnesota is a private not-for-profit school based in Winona, MN. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $45,080. Students borrow a median of $27,081 to complete their Teaching French Foreign Language program here. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $58,170. That is a strong return on a $27,081 median debt. About 93% of those who apply are admitted. Read more about Saint Marys University Of Minnesota
Wilmington University ranked #36 on our 2026 list of the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools. Wilmington University is a private not-for-profit school based in New Castle, DE. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $12,630. Wilmington University Teaching French Foreign Language students take on a median of $26,054 in debt. Wilmington University alumni report median earnings of $53,844 a decade after entry. That is a strong return on a $26,054 median debt. Read the full report on Wilmington University
Holy Family University landed the #37 spot for value in the United States this year. Set in Philadelphia, PA, Holy Family University is a private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees average $35,330. Holy Family University Teaching French Foreign Language students take on a median of $26,562 in debt. Graduates go on to earn a median of $62,235 ten years after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 71% of those who apply are admitted. Read more about Holy Family University
Muskingum University ranked #38 on our 2026 list of the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools. Muskingum University is a private not-for-profit school based in New Concord, OH. In-state tuition and fees run about $31,701. Typical Teaching French Foreign Language student debt is $26,932. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $48,440. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. About 82% of those who apply are admitted. Get the full Muskingum University report
Gonzaga University landed the #39 spot for value in the United States this year. Set in Spokane, WA, Gonzaga University is a private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $55,480. Gonzaga University Teaching French Foreign Language students take on a median of $25,188 in debt. Gonzaga University alumni report median earnings of $78,892 a decade after entry. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Gonzaga University admits about 82% of applicants. Get the full Gonzaga University report
Corban University placed #40 among the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools in the United States. Located in Salem, OR, Corban University is a private not-for-profit institution. Students from in state pay about $37,963 in tuition and fees. Corban University Teaching French Foreign Language students take on a median of $24,318 in debt. Graduates go on to earn a median of $48,917 ten years after entry. That is a strong return on a $24,318 median debt. Corban University admits about 94% of applicants. Read the full report on Corban University
Carson Newman College ranked #41 on our 2026 list of the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools. Located in Jefferson City, TN, Carson Newman College is a private not-for-profit institution. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $34,700. The median Teaching French Foreign Language program debt is $22,843. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $48,382. That is a strong return on a $22,843 median debt. Carson Newman College admits about 90% of applicants. Read more about Carson Newman College
Rowan University placed #42 among the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools in the United States. Based in Glassboro, NJ, Rowan University is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $16,574, compared with $26,932 for out-of-state students. Graduates carry a median of $24,488 in student loans. Median earnings reach $59,988 ten years out. Set against $24,488 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Rowan University admits about 78% of applicants. Read the full report on Rowan University
Hastings College came in at #43 in this year's value ranking. Located in Hastings, NE, Hastings College is a private not-for-profit institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $37,770. Students borrow a median of $24,125 to complete their Teaching French Foreign Language program here. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $51,303. Set against $24,125 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Hastings College admits about 72% of applicants. See the full Hastings College profile
University Of Northern Iowa landed the #44 spot for value in the United States this year. University Of Northern Iowa is a public school based in Cedar Falls, IA. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $9,936, while out-of-state students pay about $21,712. The median Teaching French Foreign Language program debt is $26,250. Median earnings reach $55,177 ten years out. That is a strong return on a $26,250 median debt. University Of Northern Iowa has an acceptance rate of 93%. See the full University Of Northern Iowa profile
Harding University placed #45 among the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools in the United States. Located in Searcy, AR, Harding University is a private not-for-profit institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $25,962. Graduates carry a median of $26,715 in student loans. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $52,876. Set against $26,715 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. Harding University has an acceptance rate of 70%. More on Harding University
Touro College ranked #46 on our 2026 list of the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools. Set in New York, NY, Touro College is a private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $20,052. Graduates carry a median of $20,285 in student loans. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $53,419. Weighed against typical debt, the earnings make a compelling case for value. Touro College has an acceptance rate of 61%. See the full Touro College profile
Ohio Dominican University came in at #47 in this year's value ranking. Set in Columbus, OH, Ohio Dominican University is a private not-for-profit institution. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $35,720. Graduates carry a median of $28,166 in student loans. Median earnings reach $51,748 ten years out. Set against $28,166 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 94%. Get the full Ohio Dominican University report
Webster University ranked #48 on our 2026 list of the best-value Teaching French Foreign Language schools. Webster University is a private not-for-profit school based in Saint Louis, MO. Students from in state pay about $31,750 in tuition and fees. Webster University Teaching French Foreign Language students take on a median of $25,939 in debt. A decade after starting, students earn a median of $50,876. Set against $25,939 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. The acceptance rate is 86%. Get the full Webster University report
University Of Wisconsin River Falls came in at #49 in this year's value ranking. Based in River Falls, WI, University Of Wisconsin River Falls is a public institution. In-state tuition and fees average $9,008, compared with $17,470 for out-of-state students. University Of Wisconsin River Falls Teaching French Foreign Language students take on a median of $24,245 in debt. Ten years after enrolling, students earn a median of $54,458. That is a strong return on a $24,245 median debt. University Of Wisconsin River Falls has an acceptance rate of 82%. See the full University Of Wisconsin River Falls profile
Saint Michaels College came in at #50 in this year's value ranking. Located in Colchester, VT, Saint Michaels College is a private not-for-profit institution. In-state tuition and fees run about $51,450. Typical Teaching French Foreign Language student debt is $26,640. Median earnings reach $61,317 ten years out. That is a strong return on a $26,640 median debt. About 84% of those who apply are admitted. Get the full Saint Michaels College report
Inter American University Of Puerto Rico Arecibo offered strong value this year, earning the #51 position. Inter American University Of Puerto Rico Arecibo is a private not-for-profit school based in Arecibo, PR. In-state tuition and fees run about $5,780. Graduates carry a median of $9,117 in student loans. Inter American University Of Puerto Rico Arecibo alumni report median earnings of $24,539 a decade after entry. Set against $9,117 in median debt, that is a healthy payoff. About 38% of those who apply are admitted. Read the full report on Inter American University Of Puerto Rico Arecibo
Best Value Teaching French Foreign Language Schools by Degree Level
Compare value rankings by degree level:
- Best Value Teaching French Foreign Language Certificate Degree Schools
- Best Value Teaching French Foreign Language Undergraduate Certificate Degree Schools
- Best Value Teaching French Foreign Language Associate’s Degree Schools
- Best Value Teaching French Foreign Language Bachelor’s Degree Schools
- Best Value Teaching French Foreign Language Graduate Certificate Degree Schools
- Best Value Teaching French Foreign Language Master’s Degree Schools
- Best Value Teaching French Foreign Language Doctoral Degree Schools
Ranking Methodology & Notes
These rankings are produced by Teaching Degree Search (DMS_RANKING_2023), 2026 edition. The methodology weighs the balance of cost (tuition and student debt) against student outcomes (post-graduation earnings) — a measure of return on investment — drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).
Ranking method: College Major Best Value · Scope: Nation. *Averages shown above reflect the top 455 ranked schools only.
References
- Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) — National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education (core institutional data).
- College Scorecard — U.S. Department of Education (graduate earnings and outcomes data).
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