Become a K-12 Spanish teacher, community college instructor or university professor.
Spanish-language skills are valuable in medical professions.
Spanish speakers work as interpreters and translators in the U.S. and abroad.
Work in Student Affairs at a university, meeting the needs of prospective and current Latinx students.
Teach English abroad or in the U.S. to speakers of other languages (requires licensure at the K-12 public schools level).
Train professionals ready to work and interact with the Latinx population in the U.S. and abroad
Increase, improve and promote cultural understanding and awareness of regional, national and international Spanish-speaking communities
Provide knowledge and advanced skills in the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures necessary for higher-level graduate work
Provide critical and practical skills necessary for analyzing, assessing, and addressing academic and societal issues related to Hispanic cultures
“ I was to be one of the first three students to go through the combined program. I began my master's the following semester and could not be more grateful for the opportunity. ”
Advance your Spanish language skills in a traditional graduate program.
The MAT in Spanish is designed for people who are seeking licensure to teach Spanish in elementary or secondary schools.
Prepares community college, four-year college or university instructors who must have at least 18 hours of graduate credit to teach Spanish, according to SACS guidelines.
Continue your studies of Spanish by pursuing a doctorate in Spanish or Hispanic Studies. You will complete advanced coursework in the field along with a dissertation on a topic of interest.
Consider a degree in law where you will be able to put your linguistic and cultural skills to use representing Latinx clients.
Continue to medical school where you will be able to use your advanced linguistic and cultural proficiencies to provide direct medical care to the Spanish-speaking community.
