Overview

The Latin American and Iberian Cultures programme at Columbia University provides students with a rigorous interdisciplinary framework to explore the diverse cultural manifestations of the Hispanic and Lusophone worlds. This academic path allows learners to engage deeply with the historical, social, and linguistic complexities of the Iberian Peninsula, Latin America, and the United States. By integrating various humanities and social science methodologies, the curriculum fosters a sophisticated understanding of global cultural dynamics.

Why Latin American and Iberian Cultures at Columbia University?

The department, housed in the historic Casa Hispánica, maintains an international reputation as a premier centre for Hispanic and Lusophone studies. Students benefit from a unique partnership with Barnard College, allowing them to move freely between institutions to access a wider range of modules and expertise. The programme is further enriched by the Hispanic Institute, which has sponsored world-class research and published distinguished critical journals since the early 20th century. Additionally, the university offers robust support for undergraduate research, including the opportunity to complete an Honours Thesis that provides a formative experience for future postgraduate study.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 70170 per year
National fee: USD 70170 per year
Local fee: USD 70170 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to provide both linguistic proficiency and a broad cultural foundation. Modules may include:

Language through Content
Hispanic Cultures
Senior Seminar
New York as Theatre of Spanish Modernity
Fantastic Narratives in Contemporary Spain
Cultures of Iberian Peninsula
Language Crossing in Latinx Caribbean Cultural Production
Spanish Pragmatics

Careers with Latin American and Iberian Cultures

Graduates of this programme often pursue diverse career paths by combining their cultural expertise with other disciplines such as history, political science, economics, or sociology. The analytical and linguistic skills developed at the university prepare students for roles in international relations, education, law, and public policy. Many students also utilise the research training gained through the Honours Thesis to successfully transition into Master's or PhD programmes at leading global institutions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Latin American Science

Culture Science

Iberian Cultures

Theory

Reseach

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 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

Manhattan, United States

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Iberian studies View 703 other Bachelors in Iberian 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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135

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105

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students who declared this program before March 2016 (when requirements changed) should contact the Director of Undergraduate Studies to confirm their correct course of study.

Students may only register once in each of the Core Courses (SPAN UN3300, SPAN UN3349 and SPAN UN3350).

Tuition Fees

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70170 USD / year

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70170 USD / year

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Living costs

Manhattan

United States

2638 - 5751 USD / month

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