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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 South Dakota colleges that offer spanish language and literature degrees.
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University of South Dakota (USD)
604 N. West Ave., Sioux Falls, SD
University of South Dakota provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Vermillion, South Dakota and publically funded. USD has a yearly student enrollment of over 10,000.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs USD offers:
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Psychology
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Security And Protective Services
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Legal Professions And Studies
The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. Students may take either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to University of South Dakota. A score within the range of 1430 - 1750 on the SAT, or 20 - 26 for the ACT is usually submitted among admitted students. 89% of those students that apply are accepted to this school, of which 43 percent choose to enroll. More information from the admissions office can be found at usd.edu.
Tuition & fees at USD vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $7,900 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $9,800 annually. On-campus housing is available for students and costs approximately $3,700 for the year. This school may offer financial aid for students that qualify by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
The University of South Dakota Coyotes participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Athletic programs offered may include:
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Football (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Golf (NCAA Division I-AA)
For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, student services, and more, please take a look at the school's website at www.usd.edu.
Students Enrolled in the Spanish Language and Literature Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. University of South Dakota offers a bachelor's degree program in spanish language and literature.
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 2 |
Female | 5 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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American Indian | 1 |
White | 6 |
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
Students who have completed the Spanish Language and Literature program at University of South Dakota, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below: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
- Sioux Falls, SD
- Total Employment: 30
- Average Hourly Rate: $19.63
- Average Annual Salary: $40820
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the candidates USD accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, University of South Dakota may offer student services like those listed below:- Distance learning
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
- Day care
Intercollegiate Athletics
University of South Dakota is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (The Summit League)
- Track and Field (The Summit League)
- Football (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Other Sports