Latin American Studies ,Minor
Interdisciplinary, Latino, cultural, spanish, transnational
Learn about the historical, cultural and political processes that have shaped Latin America, and the region's impact on the U.S.
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.
- College/school:
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Location: West Valley
2026-2027 Catalog Year
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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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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.
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.
School of Transborder Studies
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INTDSB 165
sts.undergrad@asu.edu
480-965-5091
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