Overview

Program Description

The Chicano and Chicana Studies - Double Major program at California State University Northridge is particularly suited for those students preparing to enter the fields of teaching or social work. It is also a preparation for those intending to enter various graduate and professional fields, such as history, sociology, psychology, library science, political science, social welfare, law, urban studies and others.

Student Learning Outcomes

Students will:

Demonstrate an ability to think critically, analytically and creatively about the Chicana/o experience in the local and global society.

Demonstrate competency in oral communication, written communication and research skills.

Demonstrate an understanding of creative and performance arts.

Acquire a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Chicana/o history, culture, arts, language and sociopolitical issues.

Acquire the leadership skills that will promote social change in Chicana/o communities and broader society.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Chicana/o Culture

Survey of Mexican Literature in Translation

Research Methods in Chicana/o Studies

History of the Mexican Peoples

Third World Women and the Chicana

Chicana/o Literature

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

You have earned a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 grading scale, or an average of "B" grades on an "A - F" letter grading scale. (CSUN will convert your international GPA when you apply for admission.)

You have met our English language requirement

Complete online application at Cal State Apply

A $70.00 (US currency) non-refundable application fee

Affidavit of Financial Support and bank statement

All OFFICIAL secondary-school records, including certificates, examination grades, degrees or diplomas in original language of issue. Your records must include official verification of high school completion. Applicants who have studied in the U.S. are also required to have the U.S. institution(s) send official transcript(s) directly to CSUN.

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

7850 USD / year

≈ 7850 USD / year
Out-of-State

7850 USD / year

≈ 7850 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7850 USD / year

≈ 7850 USD / year

Additional Details

If you are not a resident of California, add $420 per unit.

Living costs

Los Angeles

United States

1520 - 2570 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

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Living costs

Los Angeles

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