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85%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

9:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$6,474

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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 District Of Columbia colleges that offer spanish language and literature degrees.

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University of the District of Columbia

620 Michigan Avenue, NE, Washington, DC

UDC is a public historically black institution located in Washington, DC. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were founded after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is among larger public institutions in the state of District Of Columbia. University of the District of Columbia has an annual student enrollment of about five thousand.

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

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Health And Clinical Professions
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Education

The school operates under an open enrollment policy, accepting any applicants that meet the minimum requirements for admission. Submission of school records, test scores, and personal statements may be required for certain programs.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state residents pay close to $7,700, while out-of-state residents pay $15,000 per year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.

University of the District of Columbia participates in intercollegiate athletics through the NCAA's North Central Intercollegiate Athletic Conf in Basketball.

Students can visit the UDC website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Spanish Language and Literature program at University of the District of Columbia, 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

    • Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
      • Total Employment: 1
      • Average Hourly Rate: $36.03
      • Average Annual Salary: $74940

    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 give you an idea of the students University of the District of Columbia 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
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    Academics & Student Services

    Student Services

    To help support students, University of the District of Columbia may offer student services including:

    • Distance learning
    • Remedial instructional courses
    • Academic counseling for students
    • Work study style employment
    • Helping students find work after graduation
    • Day care

    Intercollegiate Athletics

    University of the District of Columbia is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

    • Basketball (East Coast Conference)
    • Lacrosse
    • Soccer
    • Tennis
    • Track and Field, Indoor
    • Track and Field, Outdoor
    • Track and Field, X-Country