Students with advanced proficiency in Spanish may qualify for an accelerated pathway toward the completion of a Spanish minor within the department of modern and classical languages.

How does it work?

MCL recognizes that many students have acquired proficiency in Spanish as a result of previous exposure to and experience with the language. After passing the verification process, students will then complete the minor by taking SPN 312 and two electives.

Who is eligible?

Learners from the following groups may be eligible for the accelerated pathway, pending verification of their language proficiency:

• Heritage speakers — Students raised in Spanish-speaking households who completed secondary education in the United States.
• Native speakers — Students who completed secondary education in countries where Spanish is the primary language.
• Other speakers with advanced proficiency — Students who have developed high degrees of functional language ability because of intensive study or long-term residency in Spanish-speaking countries.

How to apply

Students interested in pursuing the accelerated pathway should contact the MCL office at 417-836-5122 and request an appointment with the department head for an eligibility assessment.