Advanced and superior students may attend up to four lecture series. Advanced and superior students in the Language and Culture Program are eligible for a Certificate in Spanish Language and Culture if they pass exams for three of the lecture series attended. In addition to instruction in Spanish grammar and composition, the Hispanic Studies Program offers a synthesis of the most representative cultural aspects of Spain, both past and present. Students can also choose to enroll in only one of the two semesters. During November and December, special classes in Spanish language will be offered if students find they are having difficulty with the language.
Courses meet either two or three times a week and students are typically in class five days a week.
Since students are able to design their own programs by choosing their own combination of courses, there is a great deal of variability with regard to semester credits and contact hours. Some classes meet for a total of 30 hours, whereas others meet for 45 hours. It consists of lectures, films, visits to museums and other activities. The activities and topics vary each semester. The Open Class is intended to complement students academic curriculum and credit is not given.