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Languages, Literatures and Cultures (BA) - Spanish and Hispanic Studies

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Gain a deep understanding of the Spanish language and Spanish-speaking cultures.

As the official or national language of more than 20 countries spanning four continents and the native language of approximately 500 million people, Spanish is the second most spoken language in the world. It is an increasingly crucial language and culture to understand.

Adding a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Languages, Literatures and Cultures - Spanish and Hispanic Studies from App State to your resume will strengthen your career potential. Employees with a degree in Spanish are more adept at navigating cultural practices, enabling businesses to easily communicate in Spanish-speaking countries and worldwide.

Earning a bachelor’s degree in a foreign language is so much more than just learning to speak, read and write in another language. You will gain insights into cultures, literature and linguistics while strengthening your analytic and interpretive skills.

By majoring in Spanish, you will gain a number of transferable skills that make you attractive to employers. These include excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills, the ability to understand and analyze different cultures and perspectives, flexibility in thinking and adaptability to new environments, collaborative work skills and the ability to research and synthesize information from a variety of sources.

Study abroad opportunities will allow you to apply your new skills to the real world.

  • Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures

  • College of Arts and Sciences

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Elevate Your Education

Courses

    • Students pursuing this major explore the Spanish-Speaking World, Spanish Phonetics and Diction, Advanced Spanish Expression and more.
    Program of Study
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Minors

A minor is required. Common choices include Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL), Global Studies, Psychology, Anthropology and History.

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Transferring Credits

Learn about App State’s credit transfer process, and use our Transfer Equivalency Course Search tool to determine how your courses may transfer to App State.

Related Program

  • Languages, Literatures and Cultures (BS) - Spanish, Education (K-12)

General Education

With courses in history, natural and social sciences and humanities, App State’s General Education Program will reshape your outlook on learning and provide a foundational skill set that will prepare you for any career.

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Accelerated Master’s

You can begin your graduate studies as an undergraduate and earn your master’s degree in as little as one year.

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Careers and Mountaineers

Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go! Our passionate and engaged alumni become leaders in their communities and chosen professions.

Careers

  • Foreign Service
  • FBI
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  • NSA
  • Translation and Interpretation
  • Travel and Tourism
  • International Relations
  • International Business and Human Resources
  • Journalism, Writing and Public Relations
  • Health Care and Social Services
  • Human Rights
  • Museums
  • Schools and Other Educational Settings

Some of these roles may require education beyond a bachelor’s degree.

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App State’s Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.

  • Alumna Profile: Sarah ‘Kip’ McMillan ’17
    Alumna Profile: Sarah ‘Kip’ McMillan ’17

    Sarah “Kip” McMillan ’17 double majored in nursing and Spanish. She says her Appalachian education prepared her well for the challenges of working in an intensive care unit, whether in a Colorado hospital or the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic in New York City.

  • Alumna profile: Amanda Romjue ’07
    Alumna profile: Amanda Romjue ’07

    Spanish teacher Amanda Romjue ’07 first recognized the importance of language education as an elementary school student when she realized she could not communicate with one of her classmates.

    Meet more alumni

  • Faculty Profile: Dr. Benito del Pliego
    Faculty Profile: Dr. Benito del Pliego

    Dr. Benito del Pliego’s research interests include contemporary Spanish and Latin American poetry and literature. He also has studied migrations and exile in the Spanish-speaking world.

    Meet more faculty

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Fund Your Education

Numerous scholarship and financial aid opportunities are available to help fund your App State education. Learn more about scholarships and financial aid.

International Experience

Work outside your cultural boundaries. Learn more.

Real-world Internships

Gain firsthand experience while earning your degree. Learn more

Find Your Community

Get inspired and get involved by joining App State clubs and organizations, such as the Spanish Club. Learn more

Honors College

Develop high-level creative thinking and research skills. Learn more and check out the departmental honors program.

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Dr. Paul Worley
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828-262-6709

College of Arts and Sciences

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