Spanish Language and Literature Degree

Spanish Language and Literature is a field of study focused on the Spanish language which is spoken by over 600 million people worldwide. Harness the power of language with a Spanish Language and Literacy degree. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer spanish language and literature degrees.

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Los Angeles Southwest College

6201 Winnetka Ave, Woodland Hills, CA

About
Los Angeles Southwest College, located in Los Angeles, California, was founded in 1967 through the approval of the Los Angeles Board of Education. The school opened to an enrollment of 600 students, and since then has grown in size and scope, serving southern Los Angeles as a educational and cultural center, and serving over 6000 students annually. Los Angeles Southwest College is a two year public post-secondary institution that believes in providing students the best education possible, and takes pride in the fact that its students have a high graduation rate, becoming professionals in a variety of fields.


Academics
Southwest Los Angeles College offers a variety of programs that result in an associate degree or certificate. Students are able to choose a program of study that best suits their career or academic goals. Career and technical programs provide students with an education in one of many typically high demand fields, providing the training, skills, and knowledge necessary to operate as a professional in that field upon completion. Such programs typically take between one and two years to complete, resulting in an associate degree or certificate. Students enrolled in such a program will have a traditional classroom education combined with experience building practical courses. Graduates may seek employment immediately after graduation, though some fields may require certification or licensure.


Academic transfer programs are designed to facilitate the transfer to a four year institution after the completion of the freshman and sophomore years of a bachelors degree. Transfer to a public California college or university is made easier through agreements in place with schools throughout the state. Students wishing to transfer to a private or out of state school should meet with a counselor to outline a curriculum that best meets the requirements of the student's intended schools.


Programs offered include:

• Business Administration
• History
• Nursing
• Paralegal
• Sociology

Admissions and Financial Aid
As an open enrollment institution, students interested in enrollment must will be admitted if they meet the minimum requirements for admission. Students should submit a completed application combined with transcripts and test scores, followed by placement testing to determine which general education courses they will have to take. Students are encouraged to participate in orientation and meet with a counselor to outline a curriculum and choose a programs of study.


Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the information from which will be used to determine financial need, aid program eligibility, and monetary awards. Financial aid must be reapplied for prior to the start of each academic year, and students may be asked to provide additional financial documentation to ensure the accuracy of the FAFSA prior to the disbursement of funds.

Students Enrolled in the Spanish Language and Literature Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Los Angeles Southwest College has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach languages and literature courses in languages other than English. Includes teachers of American Sign Language (ASL). Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Interpreters and Translators

Description

Interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, interpreters and translators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 28.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).