Overview

Spanish majors at Illinois Dominican University must complete 32 semester hours in the language beyond the SPAN-100 level. Required courses focus on:

Advanced language skills
Civilization and culture of Spain and the Spanish-speaking Americas
Literature of Spain and Spanish America, including U.S. Latinos

SPAN 304 Business Spanish is the advanced study of written and oral Spanish as it applies to business and other professional careers. SPAN 209 Spanish for the Health Professions is an intermediate-level course that focuses on grammar and specialized vocabulary as well as on relevant cultural practices and perspectives, all of which are necessary tools for effective communication with Spanish-speaking clients or patients.

Learning outcomes

After completing the core courses in the major or minor, Spanish students may choose from a variety of electives. Some of the advanced-level topics courses have included Human Rights in Latin America, Mexican Feminisms, Revolutionary Figures and U.S. Latinx Literature and Film.

All Spanish majors are encouraged to study abroad during their time at Dominican. Students who study at one of Dominican’s programs overseas and wish to have these courses count towards the Spanish major must get prior written approval from the Spanish discipline director.

There are a number of internship opportunities available to Spanish students. Some of our current internship partners include the Goedert Center, GLOW Preschool, Christopher House and the Washington Internship Institute.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Intermediate Spanish

Spanish Language and Culture for Heritage Speakers
Introduction to Spain
Introduction to Spanish America
Advanced Grammar and Composition
Introduction to Hispanic Literature

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-10 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: admission are on a rolling basis.

Language

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

River Forest, 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

Complete either the Dominican University online application for freshman, transfer or graduate, depending on your status. Freshmen can also apply using the Common Application, which streamlines the college application process for students applying to multiple institutions.
Pay a nonrefundable $100.00 application fee.
Enrolling students requesting documentation for an F-1 visa must submit a Financial Statement Form (pdf) to the Office of Admission. This is essential for receiving an I-20 and should be submitted along with all other admission documents.

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

40958 USD / year

≈ 40958 USD / year
Out-of-State

40958 USD / year

≈ 40958 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

40958 USD / year

≈ 40958 USD / year

Living costs

River Forest

United States

1100 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Learning outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

River Forest

Funding

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