Spanish Major
A major in Spanish consists of a minimum of nine courses/28 semester hours beyond the 102 level. All Spanish majors must take SPAN 201 or equivalent, SPAN 210/220, and SPAN 212. Spanish majors must also take a proficiency exam following 210/220 and pass a comprehensive examination upon completion of the major before graduation.

Students planning careers in international business, government, or service should consult the department for specific course recommendations. The Modern Foreign Languages Department strongly encourages its majors to spend a period of time abroad in study and travel and helps those who wish to do so in every way it can.

Spanish Minor
A minor in Spanish consists of a minimum of five courses/16 semester hours beyond the 102 level. Spanish minors must also take a proficiency exam following 210/220.

French Minor
A minor in French consists of a minimum of five courses/16 semester hours beyond the 102 level. French minors must also take a proficiency exam following 210/220.

Teacher Certification
Majors seeking certification in secondary education must complete a comprehensive major in Spanish as cited above. The State of Illinois will count SPAN 101 and 102 as part of the required 32 semester hours for certification although 101 and 102 do not count toward a major in Spanish. If students place out of 101 and/or 102 at Monmouth College, their transcript will indicate their proficiency at the 101 and/or 102 level. Thus, the proficiency test results will be allowed by the State of Illinois as the equivalent of having taken 101 and/or 102, for the sole purpose of counting courses since no credit will be given. Candidates must also complete the additional certification requirements described in the Education Department section of the catalog, and must include MFLG 460, Methods of Teaching Modern Foreign Language.