Overview

The Latino and Latina Studies program of Vanderbilt University focuses on cultural production and political and socioeconomic experiences of Latinx people inculcated with the U.S. experience. The LATS major and minor examine this enduring and dynamic population that crosses and re-crosses borders constructed by geography, linguistics, class, race, and gender.

From the early nineteenth century to the present, Latinx people have been and are a critical component of our expanding and growing nation. In the contemporary period, Latinx people represent significant social, economic, and political groups that contribute to the nation and concepts of the national. The curriculum includes courses that explore the Latinx and Hispanic experiences, mainly in the United States but also as they intersect with other national and geographic boundaries across disciplines.

The program’s mission is to study the many manifestations of Latinx culture and identity and to sustain an ongoing conversation with traditional departments, such as Anthropology, English, History, Philosophy, Political Science, Spanish and Portuguese, Sociology, and Religious Studies, along with programs such as American Studies, Latin American Studies, African American and Diaspora Studies, and Gender and Sexuality Studies. The program seeks to understand the contributions of Latinx communities and how they represent a central pillar for intellectual reflection and cultural production in this nation.

Key Facts

The face of this nation is changing. A major in Latino and Latina Studies provides an individualized and multidisciplinary undergraduate academic experience that prepares students for a dynamic and evolving job market. Whether they pursue careers in law, business, government, journalism, health care, social service, higher education, or another field, our majors benefit from a stronger understanding of the complex cultural, historical, linguistic, political, and socio-economic contexts that enrich their communities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Spanish and Spanish American Literature

Latino-American Literature

Afro-Hispanic Literature

Latino/a Business and Entrepreneurship

Ancient Mesoamerican Civilizations

International Politics of Latin America

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nashville, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

All required parts of the Coalition Application or Common Application

$50 nonrefundable application fee, or fee waiver for qualified students

Official high school transcript

Counselor letter of recommendation

Two academic teacher letters of recommendation

Optional for students applying for fall entry: SAT or ACT scores

International applicants will be prompted to complete an international section of the Common Application

Official results of the TOEFL iBT, TOEFL iBT Home Edition, TOEFL Essentials, IELTS, PTE Academic, or Duolingo English Test if applicable

A completed College Scholarship Service (CSS) Profile, if applicable

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

67934 USD / year

≈ 67934 USD / year
Out-of-State

67934 USD / year

≈ 67934 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

67934 USD / year

≈ 67934 USD / year

Living costs

Nashville

United States

1183 - 2197 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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Funding

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