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 Texas colleges that offer spanish language and literature degrees.

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Austin College

River Oaks Plaza, 4140 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX

About
Austin College, located in Sherman, Texas, was founded in 1841 and originally located in Huntsville, Texas. Over the years the school has gone through multiple iterations, locations changes, including becoming coeducation in 1829 through a merger with Texas Presbyterian College, a formerly all female institution. The school maintains a relationship with the Presbyterian Church and named after Stephen F. Austin, a historic figure in the State of Texas.

Academics
Austin College is a liberal arts college that provides a comprehensive four year education in a variety of majors. Students will take courses in the areas of general education, lower and upper division major courses, and a number of electives that allow for an expansion of a student's interests. Additionally student may pursue minor degrees that require additional courses and provide an additional specialization in a secondary area of study. Graduates will earn a bachelor's degree in their chosen area of study.

Programs offered include:

• Anthropology
• Business Administration
• Communication
• Environmental Studies
• History

Admissions and Financial Aid
Students who wish to enroll at Austin College must submit an application, along with transcripts and test scores, which will then be reviewed by the school. An evaluation of the provided materials will take place, followed by a decision by the college regarding  enrollment.

Once a final decision is reached, the student will be notified, and if admitted will be given material to prepare them for their college experience. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and is awarded based on need. Information provided by a student on their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will be used to determine need and awards.

Students Enrolled in the Spanish Language and Literature Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Austin College offers a bachelor's degree program in spanish language and literature.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

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

Salary & Wages

• Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $27.74
  • Average Annual Salary: $57690

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