• Many students majoring in Spanish will become teachers or go on to graduate school, but proficiency in a foreign language also helps majors find employment in the public and private sectors.
  • The Department of Romance Languages encourages all students to participate in an accredited study abroad program for an academic year, a semester, or the summer. Prior departmental approval is required for credit. Contact the Office of International Education for information about programs. Check with the department for the maximum number of hours that will count for a major or minor.
  • Students majoring in Spanish will take courses that combine the study of literature, language, culture, and linguistics, which will lead to a development of language proficiency and an understanding of the Spanish-speaking world.
  • Many students majoring in Spanish will become teachers or go on to graduate school, but proficiency in a foreign language also helps majors find employment in the public and private sectors.