Spanish
The Spanish program serves students who are seeking high proficiency in the Spanish language and cultural studies. The focus on real-world communication in our classes promotes a student-centered environment with opportunities to exchange ideas and open minds to different ways of interpreting events from a variety of cultural perspectives.
Careers in Spanish
- Communications Specialist
- Teacher
- Translator
- Interpreter
- Language Analyst
- History/Culture Representative
Potential Salary
Median Salary $59,000
Spanish Degrees at MSU
Spanish, Bachelor of Arts
The Bachelor of Arts in Spanish program aims to develop high proficiency in Spanish language and cultural studies, emphasizing real-world communication and student-centered learning. Through coursework that includes reading, practice, and discussion, students gain respect for other cultures and engage with diverse perspectives.
Spanish Teaching, Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science in Spanish Teaching is CAEP accredited and prepares you for a career in teaching with a focus on Spanish language and culture.
Spanish, Minor
The minor in Spanish aims to develop proficiency in Spanish language and cultural studies, emphasizing real-world communication and student-centered learning.
Spanish for the Professions, Master of Science (online)
This 100% online program serves students who wish to pursue an advanced degree in Spanish to work in a variety of professions. The program focuses on spoken and written communication to enhance your capabilities in any job while also opening doors to new opportunities.
Spanish for the Professionals, Graduate Certificate (online)
The graduate certificate prepares current K-12 teachers or practicing professionals with a competency-based Spanish that develops their writing and oral competencies in Spanish and their multicultural literacy in ways suitable for teaching in Higher Education or working at an advanced, professional level in Spanish in business, government, health fields, education or other professional areas.
Spanish, Bachelor of Arts
The Bachelor of Arts in Spanish program aims to develop high proficiency in Spanish language and cultural studies, emphasizing real-world communication and student-centered learning. Through coursework that includes reading, practice, and discussion, students gain respect for other cultures and engage with diverse perspectives.
Spanish Teaching, Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science in Spanish Teaching is CAEP accredited and prepares you for a career in teaching with a focus on Spanish language and culture.
Spanish, Minor
The minor in Spanish aims to develop proficiency in Spanish language and cultural studies, emphasizing real-world communication and student-centered learning.
Spanish for the Professions, Master of Science (online)
This 100% online program serves students who wish to pursue an advanced degree in Spanish to work in a variety of professions. The program focuses on spoken and written communication to enhance your capabilities in any job while also opening doors to new opportunities.
Spanish for the Professionals, Graduate Certificate (online)
The graduate certificate prepares current K-12 teachers or practicing professionals with a competency-based Spanish that develops their writing and oral competencies in Spanish and their multicultural literacy in ways suitable for teaching in Higher Education or working at an advanced, professional level in Spanish in business, government, health fields, education or other professional areas.
Spanish Language Hub
The Spanish Language Hub provides our students with a range of opportunities to practice their Spanish, including Spanish Club, Spanish Tutoring and Spanish Teletandem Club.
Spanish Program Study Abroad Opportunities
Minnesota State University, Mankato’s Study Abroad program in Spain, Ecuador or Costa Rica offers an immersive academic experience to study Spanish language, culture and literature. Open to Spanish Majors, Minors, and those seeking Spanish as a valuable skill for various careers.
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