Students seeking a Concentration in Spanish will be preparing for work or travel experiences in a global and multilingual world. A Concentration in Spanish can help prepare students for a life and career in international business, communication, education, bilingual technical writing, or government service in Spanish-speaking parts of the world. According to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages, 85% of U.S. employers are dependent on Spanish-speaking personnel, which means Spanish speakers are in high demand. Students may seek employment in companies with Spanish- speaking clients, or in government agencies that recruit multilingual employees (such as the Department of Defense, Department of State, FBI, and CIA). According to TN Transfer Pathway, you can make a median salary of $63,500 per year in Tennessee with a degree in a Foreign Language.