Overview

The Spanish and Portuguese B.A. at Emory University offers a rigorous humanistic approach to understanding the complex cultural and linguistic landscapes of the Hispanic and Lusophone worlds. This interdisciplinary programme is designed for students who wish to achieve high-level fluency while exploring the literature, history, and social dynamics of the Iberian Peninsula, the Americas, and Lusophone Africa. By engaging with a variety of academic texts and genres, students build a sophisticated comparative perspective on these global communities.

Why Spanish and Portuguese at Emory University?

Emory University provides a unique environment for dual-language mastery through its dedicated Department of Spanish & Portuguese. Students benefit from specialised facilities like Casa Émory and have the opportunity to participate in faculty-led study abroad programmes in both Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking countries. The curriculum is structured to ensure students receive balanced instruction, with credits divided evenly between both languages to foster versatile communication skills in academic and professional settings.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 70300 per year
National fee: USD 70300 per year
Local fee: USD 70300 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Spanish
Portuguese
Advanced Spanish
Advanced Portuguese
Hispanic and Lusophone Research
Comparative Cultural Studies
Academic Writing in Spanish
Academic Writing in Portuguese
Critical Reading and Analysis

Careers with Spanish and Portuguese

Graduates of this programme are equipped with the analytical and communicative tools necessary for diverse international career paths. The ability to produce professional written communications and deliver formal presentations in both Spanish and Portuguese prepares students for roles in global sectors. Common career outcomes for those with this dual-language expertise include positions in international relations, journalism, education, and research. Students are trained to carry out and report on complex research, making them valuable assets in industries that require deep cross-cultural understanding and linguistic versatility.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Portuguese

Spanish

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

130

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

46 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Atlanta, 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

130

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The Common Application

$75 application fee or application fee waiver

Official high school transcripts and official college transcripts, if applicable

If English is your second language, TOEFL or IELTS results are also recommended

Secondary school report/counselor’s recommendation

Two teacher letters of recommendation from core-area academic teachers

For those applying EDII or RD: Midyear report and transcript

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

70300 USD / year

≈ 70300 USD / year
Out-of-State

70300 USD / year

≈ 70300 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

70300 USD / year

≈ 70300 USD / year

Living costs

Atlanta

United States

1213 - 2208 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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Scholarships Information

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Overview

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

Atlanta

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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