Study Spanish, B.A. at California State University - Fullerton in the USA, College of Humanities and Social Sciences
ip target image
You are currently browsing our site with content tailored to students in your country

What will I learn?

Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish learn about linguistics, literature, visual and performing arts, culture, history, business and society in Spanish-speaking communities in Spain, Spanish America, the United States and beyond. The courses not only prepare students to express themselves in spoken and written Spanish in culturally appropriate ways, but also help to develop their analytical and critical thinking skills and expand their knowledge of the Spanish-speaking world. The program’s graduates have gone on to successful careers in a variety of fields, including business, federal and state government, broadcasting, health care, K-12 and post-secondary education, social work, and translation and interpretation, among others. Students will have access to all of the professions open to a person with a Bachelor of Arts in the humanities, but with the added benefit of being able to accomplish those same jobs both in English and Spanish. Students receive personalized attention from our dedicated faculty advisers to determine their best paths.Students in the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures’ Bachelor of Arts in Japanese program learn about linguistics, literature, culture, history, business and society in Japanese-speaking communities in Japan, the United States and beyond. The courses not only prepare students to express themselves in spoken and written Japanese in culturally appropriate ways, but also help to develop their analytical and critical thinking skills and expand their knowledge of the Japanese-speaking world. The program’s graduates have gone on to successful careers in a variety of fields, including business, K-12 and post-secondary education, and translation and interpretation, among others. Students will have access to all of the professions open to a person with a Bachelor of Arts in the Humanities, but with the added benefit of being able to do those same jobs both in English and Japanese. Students will receive personalized attention from dedicated faculty advisers to determine their best paths.

Which department am I in?

College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$18,684.00 per year
Student Success Fee - 230.54

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2026

Venue

California State University Fullerton

800 N State College Blvd,

FULLERTON,

California,

92831, West, United States

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$18,684.00 per year
Student Success Fee - 230.54

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

August 2026

Venue

California State University Fullerton

800 N State College Blvd,

FULLERTON,

California,

92831, West, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

First-year students must meet the following eligibility requirements:

Be a high school graduate or equivalent.

Complete the 15-unit comprehensive “A-G” pattern with a grade of C- or better by high school graduation.

"A-G" requirement may not be completed during the summer term prior to fall enrolment.

Earn a competitive Multi Factor Admission Score (MFAS)

You can demonstrate English Language Proficiency by meeting the following exam benchmarks.

TOEFL iBT (including paper, home): 61

IELTS Academic Test: 5.5

PTE Academic Test: 43

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

Add to my favourites

About California State University - Fullerton

Students at Cal State Fullerton receive a multidisciplinary education which fosters and emboldens critical thinking, creativity, and innovation.

  • Accredited bachelor and master degree programs
  • High-touch student services and co-curricular activities
  • Experiential learning opportunities
  • Desirable and safe Orange County location, between San Dieg

Get in touch