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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McMurry University

Also known as McMurray University

1400 College Dr, Waco, TX

McMurry University is a nonprofit private college that has a fair number of majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Abilene, TX, in a predominantly urban area. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. McMurray University has a yearly student enrollment of around 1,400.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Education
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Social Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. Students may provide either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions at McMurray University. A score within the range of 830 to 1050 on the SAT, or 17 to 23 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. 61% of those who apply are admitted to McMurray University, of which 43 percent choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at mcm.edu.

The cost of tuition is around $24,000, but may change per year. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their cost of attending McMurray University. Housing may be available for students who wish to live on-campus for around a cost of $3,800 per year. Students at this school may be eligible for aid which is usually grants and loans.

The mascot for McMurry University is the "Indians", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

Students may visit the McMurry University website to see a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more.

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

• Waco, TX
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $13.61
  • Average Annual Salary: $28300

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