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ACCEPTANCE RATE

78.20%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

93%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

20:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

24

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$3,224

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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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 Colorado colleges that offer spanish language and literature degrees.

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Mesa State College

Also known as Colorado Mesa

2401 S Main St, Lamar, CO

Mesa State College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Grand Junction, CO, which is a predominantly urban area. Approximately 8,100 students are enrolled per year at MSC.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs MSC offers:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Recreation And Fitness Studies
  • Psychology

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then studied by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 870 to 1080 for the SAT exam and in a range of 18 to 23 on the ACT is common among students accepted to MSC. MSC has an acceptance rate of about 80 percent of which only 47 percent decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition varies for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay approximately $6,700, while out-of-state residents pay $17,000 annually. The price of on-campus housing is estimated to be $5,400 annually. MSC may offer financial aid for students who are eligible by way of grants and loans.

The MSC "Mavericks" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include the following:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
  • Football (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, tuition information, areas of study, and much more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.mesastate.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Spanish Language and Literature Program

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

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male0
Female5

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Hispanic3
White2

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

Upon completion of the Spanish Language and Literature program at Colorado Mesa, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

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).

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants Mesa State College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, Mesa State College may offer services including:

  • Online classes
  • Remedial courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Student employment
  • Employment search assistance
  • Child care

Intercollegiate Athletics

Mesa State College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference)
  • Basketball (Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference)
  • Track and Field (Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference)
  • Football (Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
  • Other Sports
  • Beach Volleyball