Spanish/Portuguese Languages and Literatures
| Program Info: | |
|---|---|
| Program Code: | SPAP |
| Degree: | M.A. and Ph.D. |
| School: | Arts/Humanities |
| General Requirements: | Statement of Purpose |
| Transcript(s)* | |
| TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students) | |
| Program-Specific Requirements: | Letters of Recommendation (3)** |
| CV/Resume | |
| Writing Sample (required)*** | |
| Additional Writing Samples (one optional for M.A., two optional for Ph.D.) | |
| Description of Research/Work Experience (optional) | |
| Interview may be required (in person/by phone) | |
| Application Deadlines: | January 17, 2025 (Fall 2025 Domestic/International) |
| Contact Program: | sllc.umd.edu/fields/spanish/graduate |
| Diversity Statement: | The Program in Spanish/Portugese Language and Literatures is committed to supporting students and ensuring a fear-free, inclusive space where all students can thrive. The department recognizes non-binary gender identifications, as well as the difference between assigned biological sex and gender expression. It encourages students, faculty, and staff to share and honor preferred pronouns and names. |
*Minimum 12 credits upper level literature/culture courses.
**The letters of recommendation must be in English or notarized translation.
***A research paper written in Spanish, uploaded to the Upload Requirements section of the application.