Spanish is the third most spoken language in the world, the first in the Americas, and the second in the USA. At a global and national level, cultural and language proficiency in Spanish has become an indispensable strength in many professional fields. Whether you are interested in the impact of global warming and rising sea levels, in national and international social issues, business entrepreneurship, health, law, social sciences, engineering, U.S. government, or education, a Spanish minor is a great way to strengthen your CV and improve your national and international career prospects when paired with a B.A or B.S degree.
Program Highlights
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Knowledgeable instructors with expertise in Hispanic culture and language
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Course methodology focused on language proficiency and intercultural communication
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Improve your language skills through class projects, language clubs, and cultural events
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Opportunities to work abroad in Spain for the Spanish Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport (includes medical insurance and a stipend for living costs) for a full academic year, typically from October 1 through May 1 the following year, as a Language and Culture Assistant supporting English teachers
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Study abroad grants
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Students have access to the Language Learning Center as a resource
Careers
Check out these ideas from ODU's Center for Career & Leadership Development and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is a midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Requirements
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Students must complete 15 hours of 300/400-level courses in the language and earn a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 in the upper-level courses specified as a requirement for the minor. Lower-level courses and prerequisite courses do not count toward the grade point average required for the minor. Only one SPAN course taught in English may be applied toward the minor.
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At least six hours of upper-level courses must be taken through courses offered by Old Dominion University.
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To declare a minor the student must have completed ENGL 110C and the 202 course in the language.
Transfer
At ODU, we understand that as a transfer student you have unique needs that require a wide array of campus resources. The Center for Advising Administration and Academic Partnerships aims to create a transfer inclusive culture that supports the successful...
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Cost
Estimated rates for the 2024-25 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Ways to Save
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