Spanish Major/Minor

With nearly half a billion speakers, Spanish is the second most-spoken language in the world. Learn about the language, the culture, and people who speak it.

A total of 21 countries across Europe, North America, and South America name Spanish as their official language.

Why Spanish?

Majoring in Spanish is about more than knowing the language — it’s about immersing in different cultures, understanding others’ perspectives, and connecting people from many backgrounds.

Learning a second language has been shown to improve memory, multitasking, and problem-solving skills. And as the #1 most commonly spoken non-English language in the United States, speaking Spanish can open many doors in the job market that were otherwise closed.

Students can also earn a language certificate by taking 15 credits beyond the introductory courses.

Take Spanish as a Minor

Student Voices

Olivia Ruiz within the Joey Jackson Intercultural Center

“Majoring in Spanish and working to become fully fluent helps me identify and connect better with my culture.”

Olivia Ruiz

Our Alumni
Jamie Bergeron '08

Diversify the Corporate World

Jamie Bergeron ’08 leads change efforts for a global Big Four accounting firm.

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Conversation & Culture

In addition to learning the vocabulary and grammar of the Spanish language from the beginning to the advanced level, you will take multiple courses that go into the history, media, and culture of Spanish-speaking countries.

Read literature by authors in Spain and Spanish America, watch Hispanic films, and discuss social and economic issues affecting Spanish-speaking societies.

Explore our courses

Students on a field trip in Boston
Experiential TripsJoin us for our annual field trip where you can experience new cultures and communities.