Latin American Studies is an interdisciplinary degree providing a foundation for understanding the Latin American region through cultural anthropology, history, geography, language, and literature, among other disciplines. Students will gain language skills and area competences that can be valuable in business, public service or further professional training. The program features opportunities such as Study Abroad, collaboration with University of New Mexico’s Latin American Studies programs and activities, and Service Learning.
This degree program is designed for transfer to Latin American Studies programs at the University of New Mexico or New Mexico State University.
Minimum Credit Hours Required to Complete Degree: 60
* These courses are recommended for transfer to the Latin American Studies Program at the University of New Mexico: ECON 2125, POLS 2120, SPAN 2280, and/or SUST 1134. It is the student’s responsibility to contact the four year transfer school to confirm specific admission and degree requirements.
* * Recommended: ARTH 2120 or ARTH 2140 for for transfer to UNM’s Latin American Studies program.