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Pursuing a Spanish major showcases to potential employers and graduate programs your proficiency in Spanish communication, deep cultural understanding, and well-developed analytical and writing abilities. Our program focuses on enhancing students' spoken and written language capabilities while exploring Hispanic and Luso-Brazilian cultures through literature and cultural studies. (Refer to the degree requirements for Portuguese courses applicable to the Spanish major.) This expertise proves invaluable for global professions or careers serving the growing Hispanic communities in the U.S. The major opens doors to various fields including advertising, marketing, journalism, healthcare, government, social services, and public administration. Visit the University Career Center's website to explore more career opportunities for Spanish majors.
Admission will be granted to students who meet the following standard:
A minimum grade point average of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for all previous coursework, including transfer coursework.
English Proficiency:
TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition: 79 (18 minimum subscore)
TOEFL paper-delivered test: 60 (18 minimum subscore)
IELTS: 6.5 (6.0 minimum subscore)
PTE Academic: 53