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California State University, Chico
College of Humanities and Fine Arts

Latin American Studies BA

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  • Program Type

    Undergraduate Major

  • Delivery Type

    On Campus

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Explore one of the most vibrant and diverse regions in the world and discover areas of particular interest to you as you study the geography, history, cultures, art, politics, and societies of Latin America.

You’ll gain a deep understanding of the region and learn from faculty who are passionate about sharing their knowledge with students. Our professors are experts in several areas, including art, Indigenous literature and social movements, women in Latin American film, Mexican history and politics, and landscapes of Oaxaca. They have also won awards at Chico State for their outstanding teaching, research, and mentorship of students.

As a Latin American Studies major, you’ll also acquire necessary language skills to prepare you for work in the industry of your choosing.

Students receiving instruction in a classroom.

This Low-Unit Major Makes a Big Difference

The expertise you develop with this low-unit major will prepare you for your chosen career, whether it’s local or international. Latin American Studies also provides future teachers or social workers with the cultural competence you need to work with California's growing Hispanic population.

A Degree That Opens Several Doors

In addition to careers in education or social work, your degree in Latin American Studies prepares you to work in business, travel and hospitality, or journalism. Several of our alums have also found work with state and federal government agencies as well as with nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs). And they live all over the globe!

Some alumni job examples include:

  • Assistant professor of history, Virginia Military Institute
  • Manager of the core curriculum/youth outreach program, Supporting Kids in Peru (NGO)
  • Professor of Spanish and Portuguese Studies, University of Minnesota
  • Director of development and partnerships, Marbleseed (nonprofit)
Vivian Hernandez
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My goal is to describe the lived experiences of Mexican women. We’ve omitted half the population from Mexican history and that needs to change.
Vivian Hernandez (Latin American Studies, History, '22)
Learn about Vivian's award-winning research

Interactive Learning Adventures

Supplement traditional classroom experiences with extracurricular activities on campus and an array of study abroad opportunities in Latin America and Spain.

  • Student Victoria Villasenor standing on a bridge in front of a waterfall.

    Study Abroad

    Study abroad in the location of your choice—Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, Mexico, and Uruguay—to gain valuable knowledge and experience while earning units toward your degree!

Meet a Latin American Studies Alum

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