Overview

Spanish linguistics courses at Boston University examine the structure of the language, its historical development, and variations in usage. Because Spanish is the second most spoken language in the United States, the study of US Spanish and Latino literature and culture are integral parts of the program. Electives within the major enable students to tailor it to their individual interests and career goals in consultation with a faculty advisor. All students are strongly encouraged to incorporate study abroad in Spain or Spanish America in their course of study. The major develops the skills and knowledge needed for a wide spectrum of careers in education, business, academics, the arts, journalism, and communications.

Learning Outcomes

Students graduating with a BA in Spanish will demonstrate:

Advanced knowledge of major themes in Hispanic literature and culture in their historical contexts and familiarity with major literary genres.

Knowledge of events, periods, and people who have shaped the history of the Spanish-speaking world.

Advanced proficiency and accuracy in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding the Spanish language as used in different areas of the Spanish-speaking world, including the US, Spanish America, and Spain.

Knowledge of structural and other aspects of Spanish, and accurate and fluent use of advanced Spanish (tested by a variety of means) in a range of academic and everyday situations.

Ability to evaluate arguments about literary and cultural texts and topics.

Ability to live, study, and work in Spanish-speaking environments in the US and abroad (for example, through BU’s Study Abroad programs).

Skills needed for advanced study and for careers in a variety of fields: effective and accurate oral and written communication; close reading and analysis; writing and research skills appropriate for entry-level professional use and/or graduate study, including the ability to formulate a well-organized, clear, and persuasive argument; familiarity with traditional cultural norms and expectations of the Spanish-speaking world.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Spanish Through Translation

Analysis of Hispanic Texts

Spanish Through Performance: The Theater of Everyday Life

Spanish for the Professions

Language History
Latin History

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-06 00:00:00

Language

English, Partially taught in Spanish

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Credits

128 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

National

Common Application or Coalition Application

High School Transcript

Senior Year Grades

Counselor Recommendation and School Report Form

Teacher Evaluation

Standardized Tests

International

Secondary School Records

Documentation of Financial Support

Copy of Data Page of Passport

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

69870 USD / year

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Out-of-State

69870 USD / year

≈ 69870 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

69870 USD / year

≈ 69870 USD / year

Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 USD / month

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Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

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Language

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Living costs

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