Overview

Key features

Students of the Latin American Studies program at the University of Utah will not only have the chance to become literate in one of four Latin American languages— Spanish, Portuguese, Nahuatl, or Quechua—but they will also be able to explore the people, culture, and history of the region. The remainder of the curriculum is comprised of core courses in Latin American civilizations and cultures, with students choosing electives from the Latin American Studies department and other allied fields (such as humanities, anthropology, and linguistics).

The culminating experience of the program is a study abroad, internship, independent study, or research course, allowing students to synthesize their knowledge and skills. Cross-cultural understanding and foreign language proficiency are valuable skills for students to have as we move toward an increasingly global economy. Students may use the language and critical thinking skills the Latin American Studies program will give them to pursue a number of diverse career options or as a springboard to attending graduate school.

The Student Experience

If you want to get involved in the department and meet fellow students, consider attending Tea Times (monthly meetings offering career advice and discussion) or joining the International & Area Studies Student Advisory Committee (IAS SAC, a group that allows student to offer feedback on the program).

Career Opportunities

After graduation, you will be prepared to pursue careers in a number of fields. Work domestically or abroad as an interpreter, translator, or diplomat, or remain exclusively in Latin America as you work in the tourism or travel industry. Students can also become educators, working as ESL or TESOL instructors. If you decide to attend graduate school, consider programs and subsequent careers in law, medicine, business, restoration, administration, or research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Peoples and Cultures of Latin America

Brazilian Culture

Mesoamerican Archaeology

The Classic Maya

Border Visual Culture

Transnationalism, Migrant & Diasporic Communities

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-01-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

122 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

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

IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

34900 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34900 USD per year during 48 months.
National

34900 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34900 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

12424 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12424 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Salt Lake City

1000 - 1730 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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