Overview

Kent State University’s master’s degree in Spanish offers an advanced exploration of the Spanish language, literature, and culture, emphasizing critical analysis and scholarly research.

The Spanish degree from Kent State University provides students with opportunities to deepen their understanding of literary movements, historical contexts, and contemporary issues in Spanish-speaking societies.

With a focus on developing advanced language proficiency and research skills, the Spanish master’s program aims to help students engage deeply with the language and its cultural heritage, equipping them with the skills needed to contribute meaningfully in diverse professional settings.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Communicate in Spanish at advanced-mid or higher proficiency level as measured by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) Oral Proficiency Interview Test and ACTFL Writing Proficiency Test.

Demonstrate skills in the analysis of Spanish Peninsular, Latin American or Hispanic culture, literature and language.

Demonstrate an ability to carry out and present research projects in their respective concentration areas.

Demonstrate specialized knowledge and skills in their respective concentration area.

Careers

Graduates of Kent State’s M.A. in Spanish are well-equipped for advanced careers in education, translation, and cultural analysis. The program’s rigorous curriculum emphasizes advanced language skills, literary criticism, and cultural studies, preparing students to engage deeply with Spanish-speaking societies and their literary traditions.

Once completing the master’s degree in Spanish, graduates often pursue roles as university educators, professional translators, cultural consultants, and researchers, contributing to fields such as academia, international relations, and the arts.

Foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary

Interpreters and translators

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Contemporary Hispanic Culture

Advanced Spanish Composition And Conversation

Approaches To Literature And Culture

Teaching Literature And Culture

Literary And Cultural Translation

Second Language Research Methods

Graduate Research And Writing In Translation Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kent, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale

Official transcript(s)

Goal statement

A CD or MP3/wav file with a 5-10-minute oral sample in both applicant's first and second languages (conversational, not read from a script)

In lieu of an oral sample, applicants may submit a copy of a recent ACTFL Oral Proficiency Interview Certificate (no more than three years old)

Writing sample(s) in applicant's second language, which should be accompanied by a signed declaration that the sample is original work and that the applicant received no help in its preparation. International applicants should also submit a writing sample in English.

Three letters of recommendation

English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

20332 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20332 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

10706 USD / year

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Living costs

Kent

United States

1036 - 1710 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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