Latin American Studies, BA
Expand your education and career opportunities in the Latin world. Â鶹´«Ã½Â鶹´«Ã½™s interdisciplinary Latin American studies program leverages New York CityÂ鶹´«Ã½™s role as a hub of Latin culture, business, and economy to offer unparalleled opportunities. Study, intern, and work toward causes that benefit Latin America and the Caribbean while gaining valuable skills and experience to advance your career.
New York City
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Fall, Spring
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Enhance Your Knowledge of Latin America and the Caribbean
Latin America and the Caribbean are regions rich in culture, history, and opportunity. These diverse countries seek bilingual professionals and area specialists to help address the challenges of globalization, economic development, and climate change. With a bachelorÂ鶹´«Ã½™s degree in Latin American studies from Â鶹´«Ã½, youÂ鶹´«Ã½™ll gain expertise in history, economics, modern languages, art, and environmental studies, empowering you to support prosperity across Latin America and the Caribbean.
Pace leverages New York CityÂ鶹´«Ã½™s unique role as a global center of Latina/o/x cultural, economic, and political life to offer enriching internship opportunities and cultural experiences. At Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, youÂ鶹´«Ã½™ll benefit from small class sizes, personalized instruction, and a supportive environment led by expert faculty. Combine classroom learning with professional experiences through internships with diplomatic, cultural, and trade organizations focused on Latin America and the Caribbean.
Few programs offer the same connection to local Spanish-speaking and Latin communities, helping you develop bilingual and bicultural skills essential for real-world success. Take advantage of partnerships with consulates, museums, and businesses, and get involved in student organizations such as the and Â鶹´«Ã½”the national foreign language honor society. Celebrate Latin culture while building your professional knowledge, skills, and network.
Curriculum
The BA in Latin American Studies incorporates courses in history, economics, modern languages, art, anthropology and environmental studies. Travel and cultural courses involving a unique network of partnerships with consulates, museums, and other institutions will provide students with a rich tapestry of connections and experiences that can lead to further education and career opportunities.
You may double major in select programs, an option that permits sharing of 21 credits, thereby making degree completion possible in a relatively short period. Students who elect this option will find favor with prestigious employers and graduate schools.
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Through challenging courses, experiential learning opportunities, and access to impactful cultural events and programming, our BA in Latin American Studies prepares you for a career in a wide variety of fields or for graduate study.
As a Pace student, youÂ鶹´«Ã½™ll have the opportunity to connect with our robust career services team to develop a career plan that best fits your goals.
Our graduates are prepared for jobs like:
- Latin American Policy Analyst
- International Aid Worker
- Cultural Heritage Specialist
- Nonprofit Program Coordinator
- Translator/Interpreter
- Foreign Correspondent
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Admission Contact
Office of Undergraduate Admission
Phone: (212) 346-1323
Email: undergradadmission@pace.edu
Departmental Contact
Daniel Greenberg, PhD
Program Director and Professor
Email: dgreenberg2@pace.edu