The mission of the program in foreign language in Spanish is to develop student proficiency in listening/comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish. The program generally increases student awareness of the range and power of language, develops an understanding of important authors and traditions in Spanish literature, and expands student appreciation for other languages and cultures – knowledge that is vital for success in a global society.
Learning Goals
Our foreign language graduates can communicate effectively.
Our foreign language graduates understand diversity reflected in literature of their target language.
Our foreign language graduates can analyze and evaluate competing arguments and interpretations.
Our graduates can conduct research to access and synthesize information.
Our foreign language graduates will demonstrate knowledge of literature, culture and civilization, and/or linguistics in the target languages.
May 2025
Southern Arkansas University - Main Campus
100 E. University,
Magnolia,
Arkansas,
71753, South, United States
August 2025
Southern Arkansas University - Main Campus
100 E. University,
Magnolia,
Arkansas,
71753, South, United States
Students must have official transcripts and marks from your high school or college/university. We require a 2.0 minimum GPA for all the incoming freshmen students.
Minimum English Requirements (must meet one of the following)
A score of 500 or higher on the written TOEFL
A score of 173 or higher on the computerized TOEFL
A score of 61 or higher on the internet-based TOEFL
A score of Band 5.5 (overall) on the IELTS
A score of 43 or higher on PTE (Pearson Test of English)
A score of 90 or higher on Duolingo
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.