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.

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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.

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Writing Lab Writing and Research Support Drop-In Event
Nov17
Writing Lab Writing and Research Support Drop-In Event Nov 17 Willie and Donald Tykeson Hall
Physical Chemistry Seminar: “Trapped Ion Mobility-Assisted Sequencing and Analysis of Protein Ions”
Nov17
Physical Chemistry Seminar: “Trapped Ion Mobility-Assisted Sequencing and Analysis of Protein Ions” Nov 17 Willie and Donald Tykeson Hall
Department of History Coffee Hour
Nov18
Department of History Coffee Hour Nov 18 McKenzie Hall
Environmental Justice and Indigeneity in Sāmoa Info Session
Nov18
Environmental Justice and Indigeneity in Sāmoa Info Session Nov 18 Straub Hall
Living a Language: Finding Balance and Productivity in Language Reclamation Work
Nov18
Living a Language: Finding Balance and Productivity in Language Reclamation Work Nov 18 Kalapuya Ilihi
Film Screening of "Vietnamerica," a National Simulcast
Nov18
Film Screening of "Vietnamerica," a National Simulcast Nov 18 Justice Bean Hall
Current Free Speech Controversies: a Discussion with Former ACLU President, Nadine Strossen
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Current Free Speech Controversies: a Discussion with Former ACLU President, Nadine Strossen Nov 18 Gerlinger Hall
GIS Day Open House
Nov19
GIS Day Open House Nov 19 Knight Library
Community Project Planning and Development Workshop: Introduction to Community-Based Planning and Design
Nov19
Community Project Planning and Development Workshop: Introduction to Community-Based Planning and Design Nov 19
The Academic Adjacent Job Search
Nov19
The Academic Adjacent Job Search Nov 19