Spanish, B.A.

What Can You Do With This Major?

We gathered data from our past graduates and found that most URI alumni who majored in Spanish, B.A. go on to work in these industries among others.

Healthcare

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Therapeutics Mentor $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Manufacturing Associate I $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Clinical Research Coordinator $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Staff Coordinator $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Spanish Interpreter $ 20,000 - $ 29,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Neurology Registered Nurse $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Strategy and Business Development Manager $ 80,000 - $ 89,000
Clinical Research Physician $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Critical Care Pharmacist $ 100,000 - $ 109,000
Surgery Resident $ 140,000 - $ 149,000

Education and Educational Services

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Bilingual Customer Service Specialist $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Tour Consultant $ 20,000 - $ 29,000
Student Program Coordinator $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Academic Advisor $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Elementary Teacher $ 40,000 - $ 49,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Spanish Teacher $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Director of Learning $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Supervisor $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Director of Occupational Therapy $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Advertising and Marketing Manager $ 90,000 - $ 99,000

Manufacturing and Technology

Entry Level - new to the industry

Job Title Salary Range
Systems Engineer $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Software Engineer $ 60,000 - $ 69,000
Business Process Engineer $ 50,000 - $ 59,000
Analytics Consultant $ 40,000 - $ 49,000
Learning Technology Specialist $ 40,000 - $ 49,000

Experienced - typically 10 years or more in the profession

Job Title Salary Range
Marketing and Communications Manager $ 80,000 - $ 89,000
Acoustical Engineer $ 70,000 - $ 79,000
Project Analyst $ 90,000 - $ 99,000
Mechanical Engineer $ 80,000 - $ 89,000
Engineering Manager $ 90,000 - $ 99,000

Where Can You Find URI Graduates?

Many alumni who majored in Spanish, B.A. go on to pursue advanced degrees or careers across the globe.

Top Graduate Schools Enrolling Our Students

University of California Berkeley    |    University of Rhode Island    |    Brown University    |    Northeastern University School of Law    |    Eastern New Mexico University    |    Western Connecticut State University    |    Boston University    |    Providence College    |    Vanderbilt University    |    Cornell University - S.C. Johnson Graduate School of Management

Top Employers Hiring Our Grads

CVS Health    |    Schneider Electric    |    Amgen    |    Boston Scientific    |    Citizens Bank    |    Fidelty Investments    |    Agawam Public Schools    |    Amazon    |    Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Rhode Island    |    Clinica Experanza    |    CSC    |    Federal Emergency Management Agency    |    General Dynamics Electric Boat    |     Gilbane Building Company    |    National Grid    |     Pison    |    Providence Community Health Centers    |    Rhode Island Department of Health    |    State of Rhode Island    |    Sturdy Memoral Hospital

What Do Employers Look for in a Candidate?

Across all majors, employers want to hire recent graduates who have the core skills that lead to a successful career. Ask your academic advisor which courses introduce or build upon these 8 Career Readiness competencies. After that, your Career Education Specialist (CES) can help you demonstrate these acquired skills and experiences in your resume.

Career Readiness for All Majors:

  • Critical thinking
  • Oral and written communication
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Digital technology
  • Professionalism
  • Career and self development
  • Equity and inclusion

Spanish, B.A. Skills:

These skills are recommended and ranked by URI alumni with this major.

  1. Research
  2. Public Speaking
  3. Management
  4. Teaching
  5. Time Management

Contact


Roosevelt Hall
90 Lower College Rd
Kingston, RI 02881

401.874.2993 (ph) / 401.874.5085 (f)