Students can apply to our undergraduate program through the Common Application. We understand the challenges of paying for college, and our admission department is here to help you apply for federal and state financial aid, along with university and departmental support. Additionally, a range of merit- and need-based scholarships are available to students.
In the Department of Spanish Language, Literary and Cultural Studies, you'll find options to study Spanish as a major or as a minor to complement another area of focus. We also offer a program specifically designed for heritage/bilingual Spanish speakers.
In addition to federal and state financial aid, students in the DU Spanish program can apply for additional university funding as well as scholarships like the Arthur L. Campa Scholarship for Latino Studies, which provides financial support for select students planning to study abroad in Latin America or who are actively academically engaged with the Latino community.
Spanish students who have not taken Spanish courses and do not have a background of speaking Spanish will enroll in Spanish 1001.
Spanish Classroom Experience
Spanish students who have studied Spanish will take a placement test before enrolling to determine an appropriate class level. Placement testing is conducted by DU's Center for World Languages & Cultures.
Students who speak Spanish at home with parents, siblings or extended family members are encouraged to take the Spanish for Heritage Speakers Assessment and enroll in Spanish for Heritage Speakers. Bilingual students who completed part of their education in a Spanish-speaking country or had a significant study abroad experience should contact Professor Lina Reznicek-Parrado to determine if Spanish for Heritage Speakers is an appropriate fit.
Go to the graduate admission application to submit your information. For information on admission requirements, visit the graduate academic programs page and locate your program of interest.
