What if I don’t have a degree in Spanish or a related area? Will I be able to enroll in the MA program?

What we recommend for students that do not have a degree in Spanish specializing in Literature or Linguistics is to enroll in the program as a non-degree seeking student. You may take up to 3 classes as a non-degree student and have those credits apply towards your degree. And, in the meantime, you can take that time to complete your formal application to the program. This gives both you and us the opportunity to ensure that you will be successful in the program. For instructions on applying as a non-degree seeking student, please see the Graduate School Website at:  gradschool.nmsu.edu

What is the teaching format for Online courses?

This is a very good question. First, we will say that it varies by instructor and by course. The base platform for course delivery beginning Summer 2012 will be Canvas. Within this platform, instructors use an array of tools. There will be tests (mostly essay in format), papers, collaborative group projects, graded discussion forums, BLOGs, presentations, observations, etc. Content delivery will be via PowerPoint presentations, Podcasts, iTunesU, live conferences and other prepared media formats.

How long will it take me to complete the degree?

We will offer 3-4 courses per academic cycle (Fall, Spring, Summer) per year beginning Fall 2009. During Summer 2009, we are offering 2 courses. The MA in Spanish Online requires 36 graduate-level credits. Our courses are 3 credits each. So, if a student is able to take 2 courses per cycle, they could finish in 2 complete years (that is 18 credits per year, 6 per academic cycle). It is possible to take only 1 course per cycle (which would extend the program), or 3 courses per cycle (which would shorten the program). The beauty of the online program is that it is as flexible as you need it to be. But, we have designed it thinking that most students would do 2 courses per cycle.

How Long Do Courses Last?

Courses during the summer vary depending on the instructor’s schedule. Courses maybe as short as 5 weeks – or – they may last 10 weeks.

Courses during the fall and spring semesters will follow the regular semester schedule of 15-16 weeks unless otherwise indicated.

For a complete list and to see actual dates, please see the course schedule online at: http://www.nmsu.edu/course/

Then, click on the Academic Cycle you wish to view.

Current Program Costs

Cost per credit for students for up to 6 credits in any academic cycle:

$212.85 per credit
$25 per credit Distance Ed fee (this fee is subject to change)
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237.85 per credit

Total for 6 credits = $1427.10

The program requires 36 credits.

For general information on Distance Education at NMSU, please visit:

http://distance.nmsu.edu/

and read the information under the Prospective Students link.

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