Spanish Studies

Here, you’ll learn by doing. With hands-on opportunities in one of the world’s most multicultural cities, you’ll gain the skills and experiences employers seek. And in addition to the big city energy of New York, you’ll have a tight-knit, supportive campus community, eager for you to thrive.

Beyond the fundamentals of Spanish language and culture, you might dive into specific areas with courses like Hispanic Legends, where you’ll examine myths and folklore from a variety of Spanish-speaking countries, or Cultural Narratives of Crisis, where you’ll explore how different cultures have portrayed profound challenges, focusing on the late 20th-century crisis in Argentina.

As a Spanish studies major, your coursework will focus on cultural, social, and historical contexts. You’ll take at least seven courses in Spanish to enhance your fluency and understanding of Hispanic cultures and linguistics. You’ll also have the option to take three interdisciplinary courses in English to meet your major requirements.

As a Spanish language and literature major, all 10 of your required major courses will be conducted in Spanish. Your coursework will focus on examining HIspanic culture through literary works ranging from medieval to postmodern times.

Our location in the heart of New York City means you’ll have the opportunity to intern with top organizations and partner institutions including the United Nations and the Puerto Rican Family Institute. You'll also have the chance to study in Granada or elsewhere through one of our 100+ study abroad programs. 

As part of the Spanish program, you’ll graduate with a proficiency in the language, preparing you for roles in any field where bilingual skills are essential. You’ll also be uniquely prepared to pursue advanced study in areas such as foreign languages, international affairs, and law.

Plus, you can connect with alumni through the Fordham Mentoring Program to receive one-on-one guidance and advice for your career.

At Fordham, you’ll use AI as a tool to enhance your learning. Our program will equip you with the skills to navigate the ever-changing landscape of AI in the workforce. As a Spanish major, you might use AI for basic transcription or examine Spanish data sets used to train AI models, preparing you for high growth roles in areas like linguistic data analysis. 

You’ll also be able to earn credentials and paid micro-internships through IBM SkillsBuild’s Getting Started with AI course. All Fordham students and graduates have access to AI training through RamConnect, the University’s alumni and experiential learning platform.

Above all, you’ll learn skills that can’t be replaced by AI, such as critical thinking, problem solving, and emotional intelligence.