Undergraduate Programs

Why Study Latin America?

Through its inherently interdisciplinary training, our undergraduate program in Latin American studies provides a thorough grounding in the languages, history, geography, and some of the central cultural and socioeconomic issues at stake in the region.


Major in Latin American Studies

Students in the Latin American Studies program have the flexibility to design a course of study that aligns with their desired career path. Advanced language study is a part of our program. Majors will pursue third-year proficiency in a related language, and minors will pursue second-year proficiency in a related language.



Real-World Experience

Students in the Latin American Studies program can expand their skills through study abroad travels and other opportunities beyond the classroom.

Experiential Learning


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What You Can Do with a Latin American Studies Degree

A Latin American Studies major can prepare you to work in many fields. Learn about possible careers and hear alumni success stories.

Explore Careers


Advising and Academic Support

Schedule an appointment with an advisor and get your questions answered.

Departmental Advising and Support

Scholarships and Awards

Learn about ways to apply for funding through the College of Arts and Sciences.

Explore Scholarships and Awards


Events

Spring Career Readiness Week (full list of events)
Apr17
Spring Career Readiness Week (full list of events) Apr 17
The Arts and Crafts of Mapmaking: BTAA GIS Conference Watch Party!
Apr17
The Arts and Crafts of Mapmaking: BTAA GIS Conference Watch Party! Apr 17 Knight Library
"Radium Girls"
Apr17
"Radium Girls" Apr 17 Miller Theatre Complex
"Radium Girls"
Apr18
"Radium Girls" Apr 18 Miller Theatre Complex
ArcGIS Pro and the Makerspace: Laser-Cut Map Notebook
Apr20
ArcGIS Pro and the Makerspace: Laser-Cut Map Notebook Apr 20 Knight Library
Native American and Indigenous Studies Research Colloquium—Landscape Architects and Indigenous-led Projects
Apr20
Native American and Indigenous Studies Research Colloquium—Landscape Architects and Indigenous-led Projects Apr 20 Many Nations Longhouse
Health Grad & Career Expo 2026
Apr22
Health Grad & Career Expo 2026 Apr 22 Erb Memorial Union (EMU)
Department of History Coffee Hour
Apr22
Department of History Coffee Hour Apr 22 McKenzie Hall
ArcGIS Pro and the Makerspace: Laser-Cut Map Notebook
Apr22
ArcGIS Pro and the Makerspace: Laser-Cut Map Notebook Apr 22 Knight Library
NW-NALRC Community Project Planning and Development Workshops
Apr22
NW-NALRC Community Project Planning and Development Workshops Apr 22