Spanish

Spanish is the 2nd most spoken language in the world. The Center teaches Spanish through the third year of study, with a track for heritage learners and a specialized Spanish for Medical Professions series. Additional 300 and 400 level Spanish courses are offered in the Department Modern and Classical Languages and Cultures.

The Center awards the Certificate in Language and Intercultural Communication in Spanish. Spanish is an option to fulfill the language requirement for the Linguistics major.

Course Sequence

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*Offered by the Department of Modern and Classical Literatures and Cultures

Before registering for a Spanish course, take the Language Placement Test to find out which course is right for you.

Study Abroad

Rice in Costa Rica and Rice in Spain are our six-week summer study abroad programs. Learn more about Rice in Costa Rica and Rice in Spain at this link.

For other study abroad opportunities in Spanish, contact the Study Abroad Office at abroad@rice.edu