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B.A. in Spanish

 

Take your passion for Spanish to the next level.

Whether your dream is to translate in the courtroom, write for a bilingual magazine, advance freedom abroad through public policy efforts, or spread the gospel in struggling Spanish-speaking communities, you can get there from here. Grove City College offers a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish to equip you for graduate-level studies and career opportunities in a variety of fields. As a Spanish major in our program, you will gain fluency and cultural awareness through engaging classes taught en español and optional experiences abroad. You will also develop marketable skills prized by employers—such as the ability to infer meaning, appreciate nuance, adapt quickly, and solve problems. Wherever your abilities take you, you will be equipped to overcome barriers and serve the common good as a steward of language.

Program Highlights
  • 33 major credit hours of rigorous undergraduate coursework ranging from grammar and cultural studies to history and civilization—designed to improve your oral expression, articulation, critical reading, and composition, as well as deepen your appreciation for the history and culture of the Spanish-speaking world.  For detailed course descriptions, refer to the College Catalog.
    • Spanish core requirements include Spanish Language & Culture or Introduction to Literature, as well as Conversation, Applied Phonetics, Advanced Communication, Advanced Grammar, and Hispanics in the United States.
    • Spanish literature and culture requirements include two of these three options: Contemporary Spain, Medieval & Golden Age Spain, and The Spanish Enlightenment and Its Aftermath.
    • Latin American literature and culture requirements include two of these three options: Foundations of Latin American Societies, Independence and National Identifies in Latin America, and Peace and Reconciliation in Latin America.
    • Coursework toward the major begins with courses numbered 295 and higher. Advanced students choose among upper-level cultural, literary, and professional courses. Students with no prior exposure to Spanish may, with careful planning, begin with Spanish 101 in the fall of freshman year and complete advanced coursework in four years.
      • Students who have had prior exposure to a language but have not taken an AP exam or received college credit in the language must take the Foreign Language Placement Exam before registering for their first modern languages course at Grove City College.
  • Flexibility to double major or minor in complementary disciplines such as French, business, finance, international studies, economics, communication, law, or psychology.
    • Adding a second major enhances marketability and potential for impact. Many large companies such as Citigroup, General Motors, IBM, DuPont, and Westinghouse prefer to hire individuals with a combination of skills.
  • Personal access to accomplished and well-traveled faculty mentors who will encourage your growth as a Spanish speaker, collaborator, and critical thinker.
  • Study abroad opportunities around the globe.
    • Spanish majors are encouraged to pursue an immersion studies program to get first-hand exposure to the Hispanic world or any region of interest. Whether you hope to study abroad for a semester, summer, or entire year or decide to take a two-week trip through one of our faculty-led travel courses, opportunities abound to hone your language proficiency through interaction with native speakers and familiarize yourself with Spanish or Latin American culture in context. Studying abroad is also a unique way to establish contacts around the world and obtain relevant internship or job experience before graduating.
    • Beginning freshman year, you will have access to the Office of Global Programs—where you’ll find a wealth of resources and seasoned advisors. They’ll help you explore international education program options and map out a plan that will serve your academic and personal goals while allowing you to graduate on time.
  • Internship opportunities in a wide range of professional environments.
  • Opportunities to conduct research with faculty or through independent study.
  • Active student-led groups including the Spanish Club and Grove City’s chapter of Alpha Mu Gamma—the national foreign language honorary and service organization.
  • Vocation-enriching humanities core courses woven into your academic schedule that will strengthen your critical thinking, writing, and other communication skills while cultivating empathy and a well-rounded understanding of the world and your place in it.
Career Outcomes
  • If you’re like 95% of Grove City College graduates, you will be well prepared to compete for seats in top graduate schools or launch into your career within six months of graduation.
    • Our Spanish graduates pursue careers in a wide array of fields. Common positions include teacher, interpreter, translator, curator, journalist, editor, foreign exchange trader, and embassy staff.
    • Others pursue further education and have been admitted to prestigious graduate programs in the U.S. and around the world.
  • No matter your calling, you are bound to enter post-grad life with advanced proficiency in the Spanish language and a practical tool kit to thrive in challenging situations and help meet important needs across cultures.