This study provides insight on heritage language to Greek Americans. At an important juncture of acculturation in the United States, Greek Americans risk losing their rich cultural ancestry and language to assimilate fully as Americans. A survey at a national scale was conducted with adult Greek Americans (n=1652) from all 50 states. It was designed following the Socio-Education Model (Gardner, 1985) and was available to interested participants for five weeks. An exploratory factor analysis revealed two main dispositional barriers to maintaining Greek culture and language: discomfort and lack of interest. Many unknowns were revealed and expounded upon regarding Greek language learning in the U.S., such as factors with deter participation in organized adult education learning opportunities, and how these forces manifest themselves among the population. These findings can support the process of increasing motivation for culturally relevant education to support learners desiring personal transformation and cultural and linguistic maintenance. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]