Online Bachelor of Arts in Spanish

A bachelor’s degree in Spanish prepares you for professional roles where Spanish-speaking skills and cultural competency are needed or preferred. This degree can be an asset in many career paths in areas such as:

• Business.
• Communication.
• Government.
• Health care.
• Education.
• National and international management.
• Translation and interpretation.

Those who are bilingual in English and Spanish are proven to make 5%–20% more than their monolingual peers. A bachelor’s degree in Spanish is perfect for anyone who would like to become proficient in a second language and gain a competitive edge in their future profession.

It’s important to note that the online Spanish degree doesn’t provide courses that certify students in teaching or translating and interpreting. This degree can help prepare you to become certified in teaching or interpretation; however, these credentials must be obtained outside of the program.

What will I learn about the cultures of Spanish-speaking communities?

In ASU's online Spanish degree you’ll study various texts, films, historical events and important social debates to develop a deep understanding of the cultures in Spanish-speaking regions. Culture itself includes the various customs, values and institutions of these regions. Specifically, this degree takes a close look at Spanish, Latin American and Mexican American cultures to create an all-encompassing understanding of these cultures and the differences between them. Learning about the many cultures related to the Spanish language allows for a greater understanding of the language, better translation and enhanced cultural awareness.