Studying Spanish can be a significant asset to people who want to work in international business, education, law, politics, and more. It can be especially useful for students interested in South and Central America, or those who want to work with Spanish-speaking populations within the United States.

Spanning many countries and island territories, South America is home to many Spanish-speaking countries. Here, students can literally walk through history on their way to class and soak up the culture of ancient societies.

A masters is earned after students complete an undergraduate degree program. To obtain a masters, you usually need to complete 12 to 18 college courses that often involve completing comprehensive tests and/or a thesis.