Applied Spanish

No matter your career path, fluency in Spanish language and culture will distinguish you in today’s competitive world.

The Gwen Ifill School of Media, Humanities, and Social Sciences offers Simmons’ Applied Spanish major. This program will help you become fluent in the language and its culture. You’ll gain the intercultural competence and awareness necessary to interact with Spanish and Latin American speakers from diverse regions and in different professional settings.

A Personalized Approach to Learning Spanish

Our program accommodates learners at all levels, with entry points tailored through placement exams or individual assessments. There is a place for you in our program — whether you’re new to Spanish, an advanced learner with AP coursework, or a native speaker. We offer a progression of courses designed to meet your needs.

You’ll also have the opportunity to apply your language skills globally through study abroad programs. You can choose a capstone experience in cultural analysis or an internship. These opportunities provide practical, real-world application of your studies.

Why Major in Spanish at Simmons?

Our faculty will mentor and guide you as you develop the language skills needed to communicate and understand Spanish well.

Through a student-centered and interactive learning environment, you will:

• Master advanced Spanish language skills so you can communicate confidently with people from a variety of Spanish-speaking countries.
• Take professionally oriented Spanish courses that will prepare you for a variety of career settings.
• Access job opportunities where proficiency in Spanish is an asset.
• Build intercultural awareness by studying the cultures of Latin America, Spain, and Latino communities in the US
• Get opportunities for Study Abroad, teaching abroad, traveling in Latin America or Spain, and experiencing other cultures.

What Can You Do With a Bachelor’s Degree in Spanish?

An Applied Spanish degree at Simmons opens professional and personal doors. Our graduates enjoy successful careers in fields such as law, health, business, government, and education. 

Many students in our program continue their studies in graduate programs. As a prospective student, you can showcase advanced research and analytical abilities in a second language. As a result, you’ll be a better prepared and skilled candidate for any master’s or PhD programs.