Latin American, Latinx, and Caribbean StudiesBachelor of Arts

Why study Latin American, Latinx, and Caribbean Studies at Gustavus?

Latin American, Latinx, and Caribbean Studies (LALACS) majors learn about Latin American culture and history, study abroad, and serve others while preparing to work and live in a diverse global community. You will become a more vibrant thinker and gain the deep cultural knowledge that employers and graduate programs demand.

Course Examples

Every year, Gustavus faculty teach more than 1,800 courses - you'll be able to choose what interests you. Maybe one of these courses from Latin American, Latinx, and Caribbean Studies will be on your class schedule.

  • T/D-265Performance in the Americas
  • ENG-226US Latinx
  • SPA-375Gender and Sexual Identities in the Spanish-Speaking World
  • HIS-361US Latin America

What can I do with a degree in Latin American, Latinx, and Caribbean Studies?

The Latin American, Latinx, and Caribbean Studies major is adaptable - and valuable - leading to many different fields and fulfilling careers. Here are a few popular paths, but a Gustavus degree can take you anywhere.

  • Policy analysis
  • Community Education and outreach
  • International Business
  • Public Interest Law
$49,253
Average salary 5 years post graduation — Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer from the U.S. Census Bureau
75%  Ultimately attended graduate or professional school
11:1  Student to Faculty Ratio
72  Majors
100%  of courses taught by faculty members

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