Become a true global citizen
Master Languages. Bridge Cultures. Build Careers.
The School of International Letters and Cultures opens up the world’s many languages and cultures.
Our lives today are filled with music, movies, books and other media — not to mention friends and neighbors — from all around the world. Explore all that and more: the language, thinking, customs and even food of many different peoples — past, present and future. Here, our scholars bring the world’s distinct and unique cultures closer together.
Bring the world home.
No experience can compare to discovering the world through the perspective of a new language and culture. Students say that the School of International Letters and Cultures "opens up a door to a whole new world."
#1
for minors in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at ASU.
Leaders
in Spanish heritage language studies.
Pioneer
in integrating language, culture, and global studies into a single interdisciplinary school.
Flagship
program in Chinese language and culture.
Accelerated
bachelor's and master's degree programs.
Find success in an increasingly global workforce.
No matter what career lies in your future, knowledge of another language and culture will give you an advantage as a citizen and professional. The skills you can gain in the School of International Letters and Cultures will pay off throughout your life.
SILC Student Highlight
Spring 2025 graduate and Dean's Medalist, Liam Nelson earned three degrees from Arizona State University: Asian languages (Japanese), international relations and history. A Barrett, The Honors College student, Nelson will continue his academic journey at the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at ASU as an O'Connor Fellow.
Read more about Liam's ASU and SILC academic journey in ASU News.