Overview

Hispanic Studies from Western Michigan University fosters critical thinking and an understanding of the Spanish-speaking world in all of its cultural, linguistic, demographic, historical and social complexities. Toward this end, the MA in Hispanic Studies transcends traditional learning boundaries with a cross-disciplinary approach.

Graduates with Hispanic Studies from Western Michigan University will:

demonstrate, orally and in writing, the ability to analyze different forms of linguistic, literary and/or cultural expression in the Spanish-speaking world.

enhance their knowledge and skills as a means of career advancement.

be critical thinkers who can make meaningful contributions to society throughout their entire lives as multilingual, multicultural citizens of an ever-changing world.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Spanish Language

Spanish Literature

Spanish History

Spanish
Electives

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-05-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in Spanish

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IELTS

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kalamazoo, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A baccalaureate degree with a major of 30 hours in Spanish, or equivalent.

A minimum 3.0 grade point average in the undergraduate Spanish major.

Two letters of recommendation from persons able to evaluate the applicant’s potential for graduate work in Spanish.

A brief statement in Spanish regarding areas of interest and academic/professional goals.

An official copy of transcripts for all completed coursework.

A recent version of a curriculum vitae or résumé.

An interview in Spanish, either in person or by telephone.

Copy of passport identification page

Proof of English language proficiency

$100 non-refundable application fee

Proof of sufficient funds for the first academic year of study at WMU according to estimated cost of attendance

Technological requirements

Copy of passport identification pageProof of English language proficiency$100 non-refundable application feeProof of sufficient funds for the first academic year of study at WMU according to estimated cost of attendance

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

15620 USD / year

≈ 15620 USD / year
Out-of-State

15620 USD / year

≈ 15620 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10414 USD / year

≈ 10414 USD / year

Additional Details

Local Summer: 2,386 International Summer: 3,579

Living costs

Kalamazoo

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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Overview

Graduates with Hispanic Studies from Western Michigan University will:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Technological requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Additional Details

Living costs

Kalamazoo

Financing

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