The Graduate Program in Hispanic Studies of the Department of Modern Languages and Literature provides students with a critical and theoretical foundation in literary studies, and ample opportunities for interdisciplinary work in specialized areas of the literatures and cultures of Spain and Latin America.

The Department prides itself on its small classes and warm and friendly atmosphere in which regular and informal interaction between faculty and students is encouraged. In and out of class, students enjoy an open and supportive environment. In addition to M.A. studies, graduate certificates of advanced studies may be obtained. Click here to request additional information.

Special Tuition-Reduction for Primary-and-Secondary School Teachers and Administrators

Given its Augustinian Mission and heritage, Villanova University has long maintained a special commitment to the teaching profession. Specifically, the training of teachers and administrators who have dedicated their professional lives to the education of subsequent generations holds a vaulted position within the graduate efforts of the University.

As a practical expression of this dedication to the teaching profession, the University has adopted a special tuition plan for primary- and secondary-school teachers enrolled in a graduate class in any program in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. This plan is in two forms: for teachers and administrators in Catholic schools and for teachers and administrators in public or private schools that are not affiliated with the Catholic Church.

This discount is for individuals in any Graduate Program in Arts & Sciences at Villanova University.

• For teachers and administrators at Catholic schools
  The University has granted these individuals a 40% tuition reduction from the standard tuition rate in any graduate program in Arts and Sciences.
• For teachers and administrators at private or public non-Catholic schools
  The University has granted these individuals a 20% tuition reduction from the standard tuition rate in any graduate program in Arts and Sciences.