Overview
The history of the Latin American nations and the development of their distinctive identities, the struggle for independence, and the establishment of modern democracies offer a challenging range of areas to explore. The presence of Latin America within the United States in the Latino communities gives another dimension to the study.Through a program that focuses on this significant region of the world, you have the opportunity to increase your familiarity with the dynamics of other societies while strengthening your awareness of cultural diversity. The program provides a comprehensive course of study. Since no single discipline affords full study of any area, the interdisciplinary approach is taken at Assumption with a goal to provide you with methodologies and modes of inquiry derived from different academic disciplines. This major draws upon courses from the departments of modern and classical languages and cultures, history, economics, and global studies, political science, sociology and criminology, and art, music, and theatre.
Key Features
- The major in Latin American and Latino Studies at Assumption University prepares you for graduate work or employment in fields such as government, business, industry, media, law, and community services. The major is also excellent preparation for a teaching career. Students interested in pursuing this major must discuss their intention early in their sophomore year in order to plan their program and have access to a wider range of course selections since most of the courses are offered within departmental cycles. Students may also select courses from the listing of the Higher Education Consortium of Central Massachusetts (HECCMA) with previous approval by the director of the program.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Business Spanish: Marketing
- Survey of Latin American Literature
- Latin American Chronicles
- Magical Realism and the Literature of the Fantastic
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language Studies American and Australasian studies View 2989 other Bachelors in Language Studies in United StatesWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- 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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Other requirements
General requirements
- A completed Common Application
- English Proficiency Test
- The Declaration of Finances & International Financial Aid Form
- A personal statement or essay
- Official educational records from secondary schools
- A letter of recommendation from a School Counselor or Teacher
- Standardized test scores (optional).
Tuition Fee
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50494 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 50494 USD per year during 48 months. -
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50494 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 50494 USD per year during 48 months. -
In-State
50494 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 50494 USD per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Worcester
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Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Latin American and Latino Studies.
Available Scholarships
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