Online Associate Degree in Conversational Spanish Gain Spanish Language Skills and Open New Doors

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Credit Hours
100% online, 8-week courses
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Gain Practical Spanish Language Skills Through Liberty’s Online Associate Degree
Whether you’re looking to boost your career or prepare for future academic opportunities, Liberty University’s online Associate of Arts (AA) in Conversational Spanish offers a flexible way to develop your language skills. This program is designed to help you reach an intermediate level of conversational proficiency – providing practical training that can be useful in a wide range of personal, professional, and ministry settings.
Unlike basic language learning apps or non-academic courses, Liberty’s program is built on a rigorous academic foundation. You can study conversational grammar, applied language, and cultural engagement, all within a structured, university-level curriculum. Our program also includes courses that explore Spanish-speaking cultures, history, and literature, helping you build not just language fluency but also cultural awareness.
As a Christian university, Liberty integrates a faith-based perspective into its curriculum. You’ll be encouraged to develop language skills that support service, communication, and ethical engagement – whether in your local community or abroad. And because the program is online with no set login times, you’ll have the flexibility to learn on your schedule.
Your officially conferred degree name will be Associate of Arts (AA) in Conversational Spanish.






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- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
Why Choose Liberty’s Online Associate Degree in Spanish?
At Liberty, we’re committed to providing a values-driven education that’s academically rigorous. Our online AA in Conversational Spanish is designed to meet the needs of a diverse range of students – including dual-enrollment students, working professionals, and those returning to school. With a flexible format and a focus on real-world communication, this program is built to support your personal and academic goals.
You’ll study under credentialed faculty who bring real-world experience and a heart for service into every course. In addition to conversation-focused training, you can explore Spanish-language literature, cultural analysis, and the role of Spanish in global communication. From mastering everyday conversations to preparing for travel, business, or ministry, this program offers practical tools you can use right away.
If you plan to continue your education, this associate degree can also serve as a stepping stone toward a bachelor’s degree in Spanish or other liberal arts and language-related fields. Liberty’s curriculum is designed to build a solid foundation – not just for career readiness, but for lifelong learning and purpose-driven engagement.
What Will You Study in the AA in Conversational Spanish?
Liberty’s AA in Conversational Spanish is designed to help you grow in both language proficiency and cultural understanding. Through a carefully crafted curriculum, we can help you develop the skills needed to speak Spanish confidently in real-world contexts – whether for personal enrichment, professional advancement, or cross-cultural service.
This program takes you beyond textbook Spanish. You’ll begin with foundational conversation skills and progressively advance through grammar, pronunciation, and vocabulary building – all grounded in practical application. Through interactive exercises and online language labs, you’ll have the opportunity to practice speaking, listening, and responding in Spanish with greater fluency and accuracy.
In addition to language development, you’ll explore the rich literary and cultural traditions of the Spanish-speaking world. Courses include thematic studies in Latin American civilization, children’s literature, and media such as film – helping you interpret cultural cues, navigate social interactions, and understand regional expressions. You’ll also engage in applied language coursework that reinforces what you’re learning and helps prepare you to communicate effectively in business, education, healthcare, missions, or travel.
Through this Spanish language program, our goal is to help equip you to do the following:
- Apply grammar and composition principles to create coherent, purposeful communication
- Engage with Spanish-language texts and cultural materials with insight and sensitivity
- Initiate and sustain conversations in Spanish at an intermediate level
- Interpret spoken and written Spanish in everyday and professional situations
- Reflect on how language can be used to serve and connect with others across cultures
This program blends academic excellence with a commitment to ethical communication and cultural humility – encouraging you to use your language skills in ways that build understanding and demonstrate respect.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Assistant translator or interpreter
- Community outreach specialist
- Customer service representative
- Healthcare support staff
- Ministry or missions assistant
- Teacher’s aide or classroom assistant
- Tourism and travel coordinator
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Degree Information
- This program falls under the College of Arts and Sciences.
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Tuition & Aid
At Liberty University, a private Christian education is less expensive than you think. Over the last 10 years, Liberty University’s Online Program has only raised its standard tuition costs by less than 5% – and most of our online tuition rates rank in the top 35% for affordability for 2025 when compared to our leading online competitors.
To continue our mission of providing affordable education, electronic textbooks are provided for all undergraduate courses at no cost to you. As a full-time student, this could save you an estimated $800-2,000 per year on textbooks!
Undergraduate Full Time | $390/Credit |
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Undergraduate Part Time | $455/Credit |
Military Undergraduate | $250/Credit |
These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Admission Information for Our AA in Conversational Spanish
Admission Requirements
- Apply online or over the phone with an admissions counselor by calling (800) 424-9595.
- A non-refundable, non-transferable $50 application fee will be posted on the current application upon enrollment (waived for qualifying service members, veterans, and military spouses – documentation verifying military status is required).
- Send official high school transcripts or official GED test scores.*
- Students may be allowed to enroll in up to 12 credit hours with Liberty with the submission of our High School Self-Certification Form (login required – you will first need to claim your Liberty Account).
- Send official college transcripts (mailed as sealed, unopened copies or sent via a direct electronic transcript system).
- Unofficial transcripts can be used for acceptance purposes with the submission of a Transcript Request Form.
- Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
*Official high school transcript requirement may be waived with college transcripts from an accredited college/university showing at least 12 earned credit hours with an acceptable GPA.
Note: A 2.0 or above cumulative GPA is required for admission in good standing.
Transcript Policies
High School Transcript Policy
Applicants may submit a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of a final official high school transcript in order to enroll in up to 12 credit hours at Liberty University.
- Applicants may submit a college transcript showing 12 or more credits from an accredited institution and a High School Self-Certification Form in lieu of high school transcripts.
Students must submit official high school transcripts, or official college transcripts showing at least 12 credit hours earned with an acceptable grade point average (GPA) from an accredited institution, in order to register for additional courses.
The official high school transcript, GED requirement, and High School Self-Certification Form can be waived if the applicant has earned an associate degree or higher.
Final transcripts must reflect all coursework and final grades received for grades 9-12, a graduation date, and an overall GPA. (Mailed transcripts must be in a sealed and unopened envelope.)
Unofficial College Transcript Policy
Unofficial transcripts combined with a Transcript Request Form can be used for admission. Official transcripts are required within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first, and will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Before sending unofficial college transcripts, please make sure they include the following:
- Your previous school’s name or logo printed on the document
- Cumulative GPA
- A list of completed courses and earned credit broken down by semester
- Degree and date conferred (if applicable)
Official College Transcript Policy
An acceptable official college transcript is one that has been issued directly from the institution and is in a sealed envelope. If you have one in your possession, it must meet the same requirements. If your previous institution offers electronic official transcript processing, they can send the document directly to luoverify@liberty.edu.
If the student uses unofficial transcripts with a Transcript Request Form to gain acceptance, all official transcripts must be received within 60 days of the admissions decision or before non-attendance drops for the first set of matriculated classes, whichever comes first. Failure to send all official transcripts within the 60-day period will prevent enrollment into future terms until all official transcripts have been received.
Military Transfers
If you have military-only transfer credits (completed basic training and enlistment), you must request an official military transcript. Please go to the Military Transfer Credit webpage to request your military transcript.
International Applicants
If you are an international applicant, you may be required to have your international transcripts reviewed. Information regarding the transcript evaluation process for international students can be found by visiting NACES.
Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. For information on alternative assessments or TOEFL waivers, please call Admissions or view the official International Admissions policy.
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Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course)*
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
- Potential college credit for military training
**Not applicable to certificates.
These rates are reflective of academic year 2025-2026. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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