Overview

It seeks to provide both broad, general knowledge of the Latin American region as a whole and an in-depth knowledge of specific countries, regions, cultures and communities.

Why is Latin American Studies from University of Scranton in Demand?

The significant rise of Latino/Hispanic populations in the United States and the increasing cultural, social and economic interconnectedness among the countries and peoples of the Americas will increase the demand for citizens of the world who:

Are proficient in the Spanish language

Key Facts

Are prepared to work with U.S. Latinos/Hispanics and the people of Latin America

Possess an in-depth understanding of Latin American culture, history, art and politics

Latin American studies cultivates students with global sensibilities, who are comfortable in a diversity of cultures and traditions.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Gender and Family in Latin America

Church and Society in Latin America

The African Experience in Latin America 1500-1900

Seminar in History

Women and Development in Latin America

Contemporary Mexican Culture and Language

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

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More details

The application deadline for both Early Decision and Early Action applicants is November 15.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Scranton, United States

Disciplines

American and Australasian studies View 538 other Bachelors in American and Australasian studies in United States

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

On-line application.

Official transcripts (with certified English translation) showing all secondary and post secondary courses and grades.

Official results of the TOEFL (minimum 80 ibt) or IELTS (minimum 6.5 overall band) and official results of the SAT I or ACT (optional). The University of Scranton Codes SAT and TOEFL: 2929 ACT: 3736 (NOTE: you must submit at least one of these tests.).

Letter of recommendation from an instructor.

Certified confirmation of financial resources.

Personal statement.

List of extracurricular activities (optional).

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

55438 USD / year

≈ 55438 USD / year
Out-of-State

55438 USD / year

≈ 55438 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

55438 USD / year

≈ 55438 USD / year

Living costs

Scranton

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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