Spanish Graduate Programs

Our M.A. and Ph.D. students are mentored by our faculty, engage in substantive research projects, and benefit from rigorous training in the teaching skills required by the profession. They graduate prepared to meet the demands of highly competitive academic positions in the United States and Latin America.

Spanish Language and Literature Ph.D. | Spanish Language and Literature M.A. | Hispanic Applied Linguistics M.A. | Certifications | Graduate Funding | Scholarships and Awards | Lecture Series

Application Process

The University of Maryland’s Graduate School accepts applications through its ApplyYourself applicat onion system. Before completing the application, applicants are asked to check the Admissions Requirements site for specific instructions.

All application materials must be submitted electronically directly on the Graduate School Admissions portal.

Completed applications are reviewed by an admissions committee in each graduate degree program. The recommendations of the committees are submitted to the Dean of the Graduate School, who will make the final admission decision.

Applicants are encouraged to contact the Hobsons online application’s helpdesk for any technical issues.  For questions related to the admissions process, prospective students may contact the Graduate School.

Information for International Graduate Students

Please see the Graduate Admissions Process for International applicants before getting started.

The University of Maryland is dedicated to maintaining a vibrant international graduate student community. The Office of International Students and Scholars Services (ISSS) is a valuable source of information and assistance for prospective and current international students. 

Please note that there is a TOEFL requirement of 100 or above to be fully admitted to our program.