Become proficient and culturally competent in the second-most widely spoken language in the world.
Earning a bachelor’s degree in Spanish at Marian University will give you the linguistic skills and cultural knowledge you need to engage with a diverse Spanish-speaking population in the United States as well as peoples and cultures in 21 countries whose official language is Spanish.
As a Spanish major, you will develop the communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills needed to be a competitive employment candidate and effective global citizen.
No matter what career path you choose, becoming a culturally competent, effective communicatorin Spanish will:
Our expert, engaging faculty brings the world to your classroom through cultural trips, study-abroad courses, community engagement opportunities, and guest speakers.
As a Spanish major, you'll have many opportunities to pursue multiple interests and take classes outside of the discipline.
To earn the 128-credit B.A. in Spanish, you will complete Marian's general education curriculum in addition to required and elective Spanish courses.
You'll complete a minimum of 33 credits of Spanish courses above the 101-level, such as:
In addition, we highly encourage you to earn academic credit through approved study-abroad courses and international experiences, which are offered in short-term and semester-based programs.
A major in Spanish combines well with every field of study and adds distinctiveness and employability.
These are just a few examples of how you can customize your Spanish studies.
With Marian's emphasis on educating students who are great communicators, big thinkers, excellent problem-solvers, and confident researchers, you can choose a variety of career paths.
As a Spanish major, your career paths could include:
The demand for foreign language interpreters and translators is growing quickly. The United States Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports the employment outlook in this area will grow by 18 percent through 2026.