Spanish, Minor

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Complete 18-24 credit hours of language, literature, culture, and other courses for an undergraduate minor in Spanish.

School of Liberal Arts & Sciences

West Palm Beach

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Overview

  • Degree Type: Minor
  • School: School of Liberal Arts & Sciences
  • Start Terms: Fall & Spring entry
  • Prerequisites: Declared Major
  • Total Credit Hours: 18-24 credit hours
  • Time to Complete: Varies
  • Program Format: On Campus
  • Experience: Language & Culture

Why Minor in Spanish at PBA?

Develop Spanish language proficiency, cultural understanding, and global communication skills through Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Spanish minor. Students strengthen grammar and vocabulary while exploring Hispanic literature, culture, business, and cinema, building skills that complement a wide range of academic and professional fields.

  • Founded in Christ: Study language and culture through a Christ-centered liberal arts education that encourages meaningful engagement with people and communities.
  • Language Proficiency: Strengthen Spanish speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills while developing grammar and vocabulary.
  • Cultural Understanding: Explore the literature, cinema, traditions, and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world.
  • Career Advantage: Build valuable language and intercultural communication skills applicable to business, government, healthcare, law, marketing, tourism, technology, and other fields.

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What You'll Learn

Students in the Spanish minor develop language proficiency while gaining a deeper understanding of Hispanic cultures, literature, and professional communication.

Students learn to:

  • Strengthen Spanish speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills
  • Develop advanced grammar and vocabulary
  • Explore Hispanic literature and cultural traditions
  • Examine language and culture through cinema
  • Apply Spanish in business and professional settings
  • Develop intercultural communication skills

Program Details

PBA offers a variety of courses that students can choose from within this minor program. Take a look at what you’ll be learning while working toward your degree.

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  • Full admission to Palm Beach Atlantic University
  • A declared undergraduate major
  • Meet applicable academic requirements for enrollment in minor coursework

Admissions

Spanish students benefit from collaborative classrooms and learning environments that support language acquisition, cultural exploration, and global engagement. Through the School of Liberal Arts & Sciences, students strengthen communication skills while exploring Hispanic literature, cinema, business, and culture and preparing to use Spanish in academic, professional, and international settings.

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Common Major Pairings

A Spanish minor complements majors that benefit from language proficiency, intercultural communication, and an understanding of diverse communities. Common major pairings may include:

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Financial Aid

PBA’s robust scholarship program awards over $3 million every year. Invest in your education with scholarships and other financial aid opportunities, which are awarded to 97% of our undergraduate students. Explore the resources below to learn more about tuition, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.

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