Spanish Studies

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Master of Arts in Spanish

The Master of Arts degree program in Spanish offers a holistic approach to the study of Spanish language, culture, and literature. At the same time, our diverse curriculum includes offerings in Peninsular and Latin American literature, Afro Hispanic literature, film, art, women writers, testimony, linguistics, and teaching methodologies. Such a curriculum makes it possible to gain a solid, up-to-date background in Spanish Studies as well as to broaden the perspective within specific areas of interest.

Courses are offered year-round at the St. Louis campus, as well as during the summers at our campus in Madrid, Spain. In addition to the opportunity to develop an even stronger linguistic proficiency through total immersion in the Spanish language, the Madrid campus also offers direct access to a unique cultural experience. Students may fulfill all or part of the program requirements on either campus. If the program is completed exclusively in Madrid, it may be completed in three to five summers.

The program is suited to those planning or already engaged in professional careers such as teaching or international affairs. It also has a record of providing excellent preparation for those electing to continue studies beyond the M.A. degree.

Qualified students may choose to add a minor in French or other areas compatible to their M.A. in Spanish. This combination can be an attractive option for those preparing to teach or work in an environment where competency in two languages would be an asset.

Language Learning Center

The Masters degree program in Spanish is further enhanced by the availability of a unique combination of multi-media resources, including a satellite downlink for the reception of broadcasts from North and South America and Europe, a Level-3 computer and audio facility, a Sony Virtuoso Digital Language Lab system, DVD equipment, a film and documentary library, and a wide range of other computer facilities with internet access.

Library Resources

M.A. students have access to up-to-date Spanish collections at the Pius XII Memorial Library, as well as an array of journals and interlibrary loan services.The Missouri Educational Research Libraries Information Network (MERLIN), a consortium grouping Saint Louis University Libraries with those of University of Missouri System and Washington University, offers an on-line database of over seven million books and serial titles accessible for student use. In addition, The OVID on-line resources makes available 16 area specific databases, including the MLA Bibliography, ERIC (Educational Resources Information Center), Dissertation Abstracts, as well as several others. Furthermore, the Saint Louis University libraries are a part of the On-line Computer Library Center, which gives users access to more than 32 million titles in 62 countries in virtually any language. A unique aspect of Saint Louis University's Pius Memorial Library is that it houses the Vatican Film Library, the only collection of its kind outside of Vatican City. On the Madrid campus, there is a private library as well as access to all of the public libraries in Madrid.

Fellowships and Scholarships

The program currently offers several Teaching Assistantships and Research Assistantships. Interested individuals should complete the Application for Fellowship, Traineeship, or an Assistantship form included in the Graduate School Application packet. To be certain of consideration for a fellowship or assistantship, it is recommended that your file be completed by February 1st. Assistants are also encouraged to pursue the Certificate in University Teaching Skills, offered by the Reinert Center for Teaching Excellence to graduate students in all disciplines.

Research Assistantship in Madrid, Spain.

All qualified full-time students who already hold a Teaching or Research Assistantship in our Saint Louis Graduate Program can apply for a one-semester Research Assistantship in Madrid, Spain.

1818 program

The Spanish program maintains close contact with several area high schools offering advanced college credit through the university's 1818 program. This active partnership with Saint Louis schools insures a valuable network of information exchange regarding foreign language curriculum and instruction. Teachers participating in the 1818 program may be eligible for scholarship support.

Travel and Research Funds

Travel and research funds may also be obtained through the Graduate Student Association of Saint Louis University, which offers reimbursement for expenses related to travel for research and conferences.

Degree requirements

Prerequisites:
An undergraduate major in Spanish or the equivalent.

Requirements:

• Thirty hours of coursework
• Final Written Examination or Scholarly Essay
• Final Oral Exam

Admission Requirements

• An undergraduate major in Spanish or demonstrated proficiency at an equivalent level
• Graduate Record Exam or Miller Analogy Test (call the Career Center, 977-2828 for test dates)
• Three letters of recommendation
• Biographical goal statement
• A current resume
• Interview

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