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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 Ohio colleges that offer spanish language and literature degrees.
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Youngstown State University (XU)
3800 Victory Parkway, Cincinnati, OH
Youngstown State University provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Youngstown, Ohio and publically funded. Youngstown State University has a yearly student enrollment of nearly 15,000.
Areas of study offered at YSU include but are not limited to:
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- Security And Protective Services
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
The school operates under an open enrollment policy, accepting any applicants that meet the basic requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and admissions essays may be requested for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found at web.ysu.edu.
Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs approximately $8,200 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $8,400 per year. Some students at Youngstown State University may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.
The Youngstown State University "Penguins" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:
- Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
- Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://web.ysu.edu/home.
Career Options for Graduates
Students who have completed the Spanish Language and Literature program at Youngstown State University, 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
- Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN
- Total Employment: 210
- Average Hourly Rate: $21.53
- Average Annual Salary: $44780
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 candidates XU accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Youngstown State University may offer student services like:- Online course work available
- Weekend and night classes available
- Remedial courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
- Day care for children
Intercollegiate Athletics
Youngstown State University 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:
- Baseball (Horizon League)
- Basketball (Horizon League)
- Track and Field (Horizon League)
- Football (Missouri Valley Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Bowling