RLL at UB
Photographer: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki
Connect with the world through language.
At the University at Buffalo, language is more than words—it's culture, history and human connection. Whether you're drawn to French poetry, Italian design or Latin American film, you’ll explore the world while sharpening your communication skills and expanding your perspective.
Romance languages all evolved from Latin, the language of the Roman Empire. Today, they include:
- French
- Italian
- Spanish
- And others like Portuguese, Romanian, Creole and Catalan
At UB, you can study multiple Romance languages—and see how they intersect through linguistics, culture and shared history.
Spoken by more than a billion people, Romance languages connect communities across continents. At UB, you’ll bring that global connection into the classroom—then carry it into your career.
With small classes, immersive coursework and faculty who know your name, you’ll grow as a communicator, scholar and global citizen.
Our programs open doors in:
- Education
- Global health
- International business
- Diplomacy and public policy
- Media, law and the arts
Our students graduate with strong communication, writing and analytical skills, and gain confidence, are curious, and adaptable—traits every employer (and parent) can feel good about.
Why UB?
At UB, you’re part of a supportive, globally minded campus in a city that feels like home. Buffalo is known as the City of Good Neighbors for a reason—and our students experience it every day.
Here’s what makes Buffalo a great place to live and learn:
- Affordable cost of living (yes, that's a win for families)
- Welcoming, inclusive neighborhoods
- Easy travel to NYC, Toronto and beyond
- A growing food, arts and innovation scene
Stay four years or a lifetime—Buffalo will stick with you.
From introductory classes to graduate-level seminars, our courses help you build:
- Speaking and writing fluency
- Cultural literacy and historical insight
- Critical thinking and analysis
Sample topics include:
- Introductory Spanish for the Healthcare Professions
- Learn Portuguese!
- Italian cinema and conversation
- Advanced literature and translation
- Business and legal Spanish
You don’t need to know exactly where your future is headed. But knowing another language will open doors—on campus, across cultures and in your career. If you're ready to grow, we’re ready for you.
