Study the Spanish Language and Culture

Students in front of Diego Rivera's mural at DIA museumWith more than 400 million Spanish speakers around the world, studying the Spanish language and culture is increasingly useful and practical. Given the Hispanic presence in the United States and the proximity of our Spanish-speaking neighbors in Latin America, being proficient in Spanish is ever more advantageous and even necessary for numerous careers and professions.

In our Hispanic studies program at the University of Michigan-Dearborn, you’ll master Spanish language and communication while also gaining a rich understanding of Hispanic history, literature, and contemporary society.

Where a Hispanic Studies Degree Will Take You

A Hispanic studies degree opens the door to a wealth of career options. You can pursue work in sales and marketing, business management, international trade, tourism and travel, international relations, bilingual education, translation, medical or legal interpretation, refugee/immigrant assistance, customs/immigration enforcement, and journalism, among many others.

Career and Salary Outlook

The information in this table is meant to give you an idea of career opportunities with this degree. All information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and is meant to be averages across the United States for 2022. Please note that these figures reflect overall averages and may not represent entry-level salaries.

$57,090 Median Salary

Interpreters and Translators

Employment of interpreters and translators is projected to grow 4 percent from 2022 to 2032, about as fast as the average for all occupations.

About 7,200 openings for interpreters and translators are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$62,860 Median Salary

Health Education Specialists

Employment of health education specialists is projected to grow 7 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.

About 6,600 openings for health education specialists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$132,350 Median Salary

Political Scientists (master’s usually required)

Employment of political scientists is projected to grow 7 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.

About 600 openings for political scientists are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$58,380 Median Salary

Social Workers

Overall employment of social workers is projected to grow 7 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.

About 63,800 openings for social workers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$145,760 Median Salary

Lawyers (law degree required)

Employment of lawyers is projected to grow 8 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.

About 39,100 openings for lawyers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Program Details

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Students at UM-Dearborn are eligible for the Go Blue Guarantee - University of Michigan’s landmark promise of free tuition for high-achieving in-state undergraduate students from qualifying backgrounds. Major financial support is available for students who do not fully qualify.

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How to Get Involved

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You can join La Mezcla, a club that promotes the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures on and off campus; help your friends register to vote; volunteer for a variety of community outreach activities; check out the more than 150 student clubs and organizations on campus; and much more.

Next Steps

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