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Why minor in Spanish at Missouri State University?

  • As our country’s Spanish-speaking population continues to grow, so does demand for people who can read and write Spanish, as well as translate Spanish into English.
  • Studying a foreign language will prepare you to pursue graduate studies.
  • Missouri State offers you many opportunities for Education Abroad, service learning and internships so that you can practice speaking Spanish in real-world situations.

Accelerated placement for students who have Spanish proficiency

If you have acquired proficiency in Spanish as a result of previous exposure to and experience with the language, consider the accelerated pathway for Spanish minor completion.

Minor Requirements

Spanish

Bachelor of Applied Science
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Fine Arts
Bachelor of Music
Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Bachelor of Social Work
  1. In consultation with advisor, complete 18 hours in Spanish beyond courses 101, 102 and 103.

Spanish

Bachelor of Science in Education (Non-Certifiable)
  1. In consultation with advisor, complete 18 hours in Spanish beyond courses 101, 102 and 103 with six of those hours being 300-level or higher.

Adding a minor

To add a minor, visit the Academic Advising and Transfer Center in University Hall 109.