Overview

Core courses in the Spanish Studies program at the University of Minnesota provide students with the critical methods and vocabulary that ensure success in the more advanced courses, which focus on the language, literature, and culture of Spain, Spanish America, and the United States.

From Spain's multicultural medieval past to its twentieth-century movement toward democracy, from the colonial to the postcolonial periods in the Americas, and to the growth of Latino culture in the United States, the major also emphasizes the changing sociohistorical context of the Spanish-speaking world's rich cultural and linguistic realities.

Key Features

Almost 350 million people on Earth speak Spanish—that is many more people to interact with. Speaking Spanish is a marketable skill, so be sure to update your resume. Studying Spanish develops many serious practical skills. The ability to speak Spanish, alongside the skills honed in learning a second language, makes Spanish studies a handy complement to every other major and minor.

Cultural Competencies

Studying Spanish helps students:

understand and compare cultural differences, customs, and perspectives

understand the history, literature, art, and music of other cultures

appreciate diversity

adjust to new environments

expand their worldview

reflect on their own cultural values

Studying Spanish is a way to think critically; analyze and compare cultures, linguistics, literary works, and global issues; define complex problems; conduct research and interpret information; and create/clarify ideas. Students in this major also foster workplace skills including understanding of oral and written instructions, attention to detail, and flexibility in their learning, thinking, and communication.

Careers

All liberal arts degrees help CLA students develop their Core Career Competencies, and Spanish & Portuguese majors develop specific skills that are applicable to lots of different careers. These skills include cross-cultural knowledge and understanding, ability to work well independently and collaboratively, and critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Intermediate Spanish

Race, Power, and Justice US

Physical Sciences

Spanish Composition and Communication

Technology and Society

Literature

Interpreting Imperial Spain, 1492-1800

Modern Latin America

Structure of Spanish: Phonology and Phonetics

Spanish Peninsular Literature

Film Studies in Spanish

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

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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

Duolingo English Test

110

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed Application for Admission

$55 U.S. non-refundable application fee

Self-Reported Academic Record: High school (9th-12th grade) courses and grades

English proficiency test scores (Required)

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

41512 USD / year

≈ 41512 USD / year
Out-of-State

41512 USD / year

≈ 41512 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

18626 USD / year

≈ 18626 USD / year

Living costs

Minneapolis

United States

1130 - 2045 USD / month

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

Funding

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Overview

Key Features

Cultural Competencies

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Minneapolis

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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