Latin American Studies, Minor
Examine migration, cross-border communities, globalization, public policy and the connections between Latin America and Latino communities in the United States. Through this minor, you examine the forces still shaping these communities and the wider region today.
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Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Minor description
Latin American Studies minor description
The minor program in Latin American studies offers you an overview of the historical, social, cultural and political development of the region. You are exposed to the breadth and depth of knowledge about issues impacting Latin America as well as its global impact, preparing you for a global-minded career path.
Why earn a Latin American studies minor at ASU?
What sets this minor apart is its focus on transnational connections and the U.S.-Mexico border, giving you a distinctive way to understand Latin America. Pairing that regional knowledge with today's pressing issues, the program prepares you for work in government, nonprofit organizations, education, public health, law and other fields that engage diverse communities and international challenges.
Courses
This undergraduate minor includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below:
2026-2027 Catalog Year
The minor requires 18 credit hours. A "C" minimum is required for all courses in the minor, although students must maintain a 3.00 GPA in the post-baccalaureate certificate program.
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The minor in Latin American Studies requires 18 credit hours, of which nine credit hours must be upper division. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be completed through The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. When selecting courses, the college offering the course can be identified by viewing the course details in Class Search. Only courses completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a scale of 4.00) or better may be applied toward the minor requirements. |
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LAS 205 Introduction to Latin America
(GCSI)
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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TCL 314 Transborder Latin American Migration to the U.S.
(SOBE)
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SOC 314 Transborder Latin American Migration to the U.S.
(SOBE)
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Upper Division
LAS Elective
6 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 6 |
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3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.
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Enrollment requirements
GPA Requirement: None
Incompatible Majors: BA in Latin American studies; BA in social and cultural analysis (Latin American studies)
Other Enrollment Requirements: None
Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit once the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major program or the minor. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and minor.
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Careers this Latin American studies minor prepares you for
This minor program encourages cross-cultural exploration, and students who pursue it are prepared for a global-minded career path in such diverse fields as business and finance, arts and arts administration, education, nonprofit organizations, health care, the sciences, psychology, social sciences, sports, journalism, diplomacy, law enforcement, forensic science, ministry, technology, architecture and library science.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
School of Transborder Studies
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INTDSB 165
sts.undergrad@asu.edu
480-965-5091
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