Spanish Marquette University

Overview

The Spanish programme at Marquette University provides students with a rigorous academic foundation in one of the world's most spoken languages. By combining intensive language acquisition with deep cultural exploration, Marquette University ensures graduates are prepared for leadership roles in a globalised society.

Students can tailor their education by selecting specific tracks such as Spanish language, literature and culture, or Spanish for the professions. The latter offers specialised concentrations in Business or Health, allowing for a highly customisable degree that aligns with specific career aspirations and professional goals.

The curriculum emphasises practical application through dual-immersion language exchanges.

Why Spanish at Marquette University?

Marquette University is ranked as a top institution for job placement and student outcomes, providing a supportive environment for academic excellence. The College of Arts and Sciences encourages interdisciplinary study, with a high percentage of students choosing to add a second major or minor to their degree.

The institution offers unique leadership development through the E-Lead programme, which integrates Jesuit traditions with innovative problem-solving. Students also benefit from extensive study abroad opportunities at prestigious partner universities worldwide, further enhancing their linguistic proficiency and international perspective.

Facilities and resources include the Languages, Literatures and Cultures Department, where faculty engage in diverse research areas. Students can participate in undergraduate research or volunteer with faculty on projects involving post-colonialism, race theory, and Hispanic ethnic history.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 52070 per year
• National fee: USD 52070 per year
• Local fee: USD 52070 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Spanish Language, Literature and Culture
• Spanish for the Professions
• Business
• Health
• Immigration and American Ethnic History
• Conflict Studies
• Expressionism
• Museums, Mobilities, Tourism and Leisure Studies
• Post-colonialism and Race Theory

Careers with Spanish

Graduates from this programme are well-equipped for diverse roles across various sectors, including education, healthcare, and consultancy. Many students transition directly into the workforce, applying their bilingual skills and cultural competency in professional environments that value effective communication.

Recent alumni have secured positions at organisations such as Brindle Consulting, CST Academy, and Educational Credential Evaluators. Other graduates have found success within the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Maggie’s Place, and various educational institutions like St. Anthony School Milwaukee.

The programme also prepares students for roles in community service and non-profit sectors. Through service-learning and internships in the Milwaukee community, students build professional networks that often lead to permanent employment in legal, medical, or governmental organisations.