Spanish, MA at University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

United States of America, Milwaukee

University Rank:#1201

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee offers the Master of Spanish, MA as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Milwaukee , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for spanish, ma and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on February 9, 2027.

About Spanish, MA

The Department of Spanish and Portuguese offers a program of graduate study leading to a Master of Arts degree that focuses on the study of the Spanish cultures, language, linguistics, and literatures of the Hispanic world. Spanish MA graduates who subsequently wish to pursue the PhD are very advanced in the process of mastering the area in which they wish to specialize in their doctoral studies. Those who choose not to continue studying toward a PhD or a career in teaching will be able to pursue employment in other fields that require full proficiency in the Spanish language as well as mastery of Hispanic literature, culture, and linguistics. The Department of Spanish and Portuguese has identified five learning outcomes for our MA majors in Spanish. These educational goals relate closely to the National Standards for Foreign Language Learning, as recommended by the American Council of Teachers of Foreign Languages. Students will be able: To communicate with an advanced or high-level of Spanish proficiency in all four skill areas including listening, reading, writing, and speaking. To develop an advanced understanding and appreciation of Hispanic cultures and communities throughout the world, and analyze and draw cross-cultural differences which will be essential to future careers in a growing global environment. To build a foundation of knowledge in the areas of Spanish and Spanish-American literature, culture, and linguistics, which will give students the breadth necessary for subsequent specialization in doctoral studies. To develop and expand research and analytical skills within the area of Hispanic Studies, including literary analysis, cultural studies, and linguistic analysis. To develop basic reading competencies in an additional romance language to prepare students for further research and provide broader career options. The Department also participates, and works closely, with the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Spanish, MA at University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

Entry Requirements

GPA of at least 3.0 during the last two years of the baccalaureate program (calculated on a minimum of 48 credits).
Completion of six or more credits of program-approved post-baccalaureate courses. These courses must be at the advanced undergraduate or graduate level, taken with the last five years with a grade of B or better (B- not acceptable).
Submission of official score reports from the Graduate Record Examination, the Graduate Management Admission Test, or the Miller Analogies Test that indicate competencies in areas related to the proposed graduate program. To be considered official, these scores must be sent directly from the testing agency to UWM, and must be received prior to admission.
Scores on tests developed by the proposed graduate program that demonstrate potential for success in that program. These scores must be submitted prior to admission.
Evidence of professional certification or licensure in a relevant area as determined by the proposed program and the Assistant Dean of Graduate Education.
A graduate degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

English Program Requirements

A baccalaureate or higher degree awarded by UWM or another accredited institution where English is the language of instruction—as determined by the Center for International Education (CIE). Applicants whose native language is not English also must also have done both of the following:
1. Attended this institution for at least one year.
2. Received the degree within the previous two years of the application date OR lived and worked in the U.S. continuously since receiving the degree.
Official TOEFL** (Test of English as a Foreign Language) results with a minimum required score of 79 on the Internet-based TOEFL (IBT) and a minimum recommended sub-score of 18 in each skill).
Official IELTS** (International English Language Testing System) results with a minimum required score of 6.5, with a minimum recommended sub-score of 6.0 in each skill.
Official CAE** (Cambridge English: Advanced, aka Certificate of Advanced English) or CPE** (Cambridge English: Proficiency, aka Certificate of Proficiency in English) results with a minimum required level of C1 and a minimum recommended score of 170 on any given language skill test.
Official scores from another test deemed by UWM to be reliably equivalent to a C1 level in the Common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFR). Procedures for determining CEFR equivalents are outlined in Appendix A.

Tuition and Fee Information for Spanish, MA at University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

How to Apply for Spanish, MA at University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

Online Application

Use the UWM Panthera Graduate Admission Application to apply.

Application Fee

Application Fee

You can pay the fee with a credit card in your UWM Panthera Graduate Admission Application or mail a check or international money order to the International Admission office.

Reasons for Graduate Study Statement

In your Panthera application, submit a statement that gives your reasons for graduate study. The statement is used to determine the appropriateness of UWM’s programs to your educational and professional goals and serves as an example of your ability to express yourself in writing. The following are required criteria for the statement:

Explain your reasons for pursuing graduate study.
Describe specific interests and your background in the field.
List any relevant skills or training you have acquired.
List relevant academic awards or honors you have received.
If your program requires recommendations, list the names of those individuals who will write on your behalf.

Evidence of English Proficiency

Provide proof of English proficiency in one of the following ways:

A TOEFL IBT, Academic IELTS, or CAE/CPE score that meets the requirement for admission; or,
A bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) or higher degree from UWM, or another approved institution where English is the sole language of instruction. The following criteria must also be met:
1. you must have attended this institution for at least 1 year; and,
2. your degree was received within two years of your application to UWM or your degree was not received within two years of your application to UWM but you have lived and worked continuously in the U.S. since receiving your degree.
3. Please note-TOEFL scores must be sent via ETS to code 1473. This code is the same for both undergraduate and graduate study.

Official Transcript(s) and Degree Certificate(s) from Post-Secondary Institution(s)

Applicants must submit academic records from all post-secondary (university or college) education, whether or not the program was completed. For your application, you will be able to upload unofficial versions of your transcripts. If you are admitted, you will be required to submit an official version of your final degree-bearing transcript.

Official records must be submitted in the native language and must be accompanied by an official English translation. Click here for further instructions about submitting transcripts.

Program Specific Requirements

Individual graduate programs may require additional items for your application. For example, GMAT scores, GRE scores, letters of recommendation, portfolio, resume, department application, or writing sample.
Before you apply, you can find out about any additional requirements of your program by visiting the program’s website. If you have any questions about these program specific requirements, please contact your intended graduate program directly.

Spanish, MA at University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

United States of America, Milwaukee