Most students who enter graduate degree programs in Hispanic Linguistics have completed a Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Spanish language or in general linguistics. We see students from all fields, however, and can offer background and supplemental courses in particular cases where a student may lack certain basic information or knowledge.

Hispanic Linguistics is a growing field in the United States. Given the increasing demand for Spanish in education and in the public domain, and the limited number of Hispanic Linguistics programs, graduates of our program find themselves in an advantageous situation on the job market. Most go on to jobs in academics, either as school teachers, administrators, or college/university professors. Others accept positions in the publishing industry or in government or public service. Translation and interpretation are also fields that offer a substantial number of professional positions relative to Spanish language in the United States.