Modern and Classical Languages and Literatures: Latin American Studies, B.A.

In the Latin American Studies major, students develop cultural, historical, anthropological, artistic, and literary competencies in modern Latin American Studies. This comparative, cross-disciplinary and multicultural education prepares students to succeed and adapt to our modern global society. In addition to gaining a multidisciplinary understanding of the forces affecting our knowledge of the Americas, Latin American Studies students will develop key skills for today’s job market, such as excellent oral and written communication skills, the ability to analyze and interpret data, historical texts and qualitative information, a repertoire of problem-solving strategies, and interpersonal skills such as collaboration, persuasion, resilience and self-reliance.

Our program prepares students to create compelling arguments with research-based evidence, and it fosters understanding of the worldviews, social realities, and the cultural and artistic creations of the many countries that make up the Latin American world.

General Education (40-41 hours)

(see General Education for list of approved courses)

Foreign Language

Complete two years in one foreign language or equivalent through placement.

Minor Requirement

Completion of a minor with a minimum 2.0 grade point average.

Program Requirements

At least ten courses in Latin American Studies, Art, History, Anthropology or MCLL (30 hours) beyond 1000 level including:

Core Requirements (18 hours)

At least five courses in Latin American Studies, Art, History, Anthropology or MCLL (15 hours).

A minimum of 9 hours must be completed at the 3000-4000 level.

Maximum two courses of the following:

At 2000-level.

Minimum three courses of the following:

At 3000-4000 level.

Experiential Learning

Students pursuing this degree are also required to complete an experiential learning or intensive research component. Students may choose one of the following options:

-A study abroad program of 25 days or longer or

-An internship (LTAM 3400 ) or

-A departmental honors (LTAM 4995R ) or

-A senior capstone project (LTAM 4900 )

Additional Information and Notes

2.0 GPA in all required major and related courses.

Minimum of 39 hours of 3000 and 4000 level courses.

Electives to complete 120 hours.

See Degree and Graduation Requirements for additional requirements.

ClearPath for Advising

The ClearPath for Advising provides students with an opportunity to see program requirements defined in a semester-by-semester format. The ClearPath for Advising guides also provide students with important tips, pointers, and suggestions for staying on track with progress toward the degree. Your ClearPath is available through the Advisement website.