Top 5 Foreign Language PhD Universities in United States (2026)

The best universities for a foreign language phd in United States, ranked by QS World University Rankings — 5 universities, 5 programs.

Foreign Language in United States: PhD (5) Masters (57)Bachelor (19)

Looking for the best university for a Foreign Language PhD in United States? These 5 universities are ranked by their QS World University Rankings — each offers foreign language phd programs with direct links below. Compare rankings, location and tuition, then apply. Many also offer scholarships for international students.

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Columbia University

QS World #19
New York, New York · United States · 1 foreign language phd program
→ PhD in Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language
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University of Arizona

QS World #270
Tucson, Arizona · United States · 1 foreign language phd program
→ PhD in Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language
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Iowa State University

QS World #498
Ames, Iowa · United States · 1 foreign language phd program
→ PhD in Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language
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University of Mississippi

QS World #959
University, Mississippi · United States · 1 foreign language phd program
→ PhD in Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language
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University of Hawaii at Manoa

Honolulu, Hawaii · United States · 1 foreign language phd program
→ PhD in Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language
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