Corporations, educational institutions, government agencies and other organizations need personnel who can help them maintain a competitive edge in a globalized economy, especially persons who understand Hispanic/Latino communities. Examine the culture, history, economics, policy/politics, language, literature, sociology, anthropology, economics, and creative accomplishments of Hispanics/Latinos.
Why Earn a Latino and Latin American Studies Degree?
In addition to the university core curriculum, students take four required courses, four courses in at least two of the three elective areas and also complete either an internship and/or senior research paper.
The required classes provide a foundation for understanding the socio-economic and political experiences of Latino/as in the United States. The elective tracks deepen students' knowledge of Latina/os in the areas of:
Culture and humanities
Policy and politics
Country of origins study
Our degree will provide you with the foundation you need to examine the culture, history, economics, policy/politics, language, literature, sociology, anthropology, and creative accomplishments of Hispanics/Latinos.
You will be taught by interdisciplinary faculty who will guide you through a curriculum designed to give you a competitive edge for career opportunities.
September 2025
College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
General Academic Building 210,
DENTON,
Texas,
76203, United States
Applicants must have Graduation from a high school recognized by the home country ministry of education. English Language Proficiency: IELTS - Overall band 6.0 or higher; TOEFL - Internet-Based (IBT): 79; Paper-Based: 550; PTE - Score of 53 or higher.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
