Why Study Spanish at Iowa?

You already know that speaking Spanish can be an asset, whatever you want to do after graduation. A Spanish major can open many more doors for your future. Whatever your interests may be, the exciting courses we offer in Spanish American, U.S. Latina/o/x, and Spanish culture, linguistics, literature, translation, creative writing and language will help you achieve your goals.

Our alumni have found work in health care, education, finance, government, public relations, and research, among other fields. Spanish is useful everywhere!

Students can practice their Spanish at Spanish club, the Spanish Speaking and Writing Center, and at readings by authors who write in Spanish!