A major in French and Francophone Studies can open the door to careers in international business, diplomacy, journalism, the art and fashion worlds, the travel industry and teaching. France and Canada are among the top ten trading partners of the United States. French is an official language in 21 African countries. The French major or minor can be combined with majors or minors in Economics, BALA, Political Science or Elementary or Secondary Education. ​ Queens College hosts two study abroad programs in Paris (the CUNYParis exchange program and the CUNYICP Summer Program). During their semester or year in Paris, CUNYParis students pay the same tuition (and receive the same financial aid) as they would at Queens College.