Latina/Latino Studies

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What is Latina/Latino Studies?

This interdisciplinary major is devoted to the study of Latin American origin populations in the United States. We offer a variety of courses in which students critically explore various facets of Latina/o social, political, and cultural life. Latina/o Studies faculty are trained in diverse disciplines. These include anthropology, sociology, history, media studies, literature, performance studies, public health, and ethnic studies. They are excellent teachers and scholars deeply committed to working with undergraduates. Our goal is to provide students with the skills and knowledge they need to be active and successful participants in our multi-racial, multi-cultural democracy.

Career Options

Applied health
Bilingual/bicultural education
Business
Community activism
Community health
Higher education student affairs & administration
Government
Journalism
Law
Public policy
School guidance counseling
Social work

Post-Graduation Success¹

80% employed or continuing education

30% employed after graduation

40% attending graduate school

10% volunteering

Insufficient survey data is available for average starting annual income.

Sample employer destinations: Asian American Chamber of Commerce of Illinois, Global Repair Group, Pilsen Wellness Center View All

Sample grad school destinations: Northwestern University, University of Wisconsin-Madison View All

Program Resources

College of Liberal Arts & Sciences Program Webpage Degree Requirements

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

Demonstrated understanding of and interest in the major

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Handbook

Graduation & Retention²

3.8 years to degree

95% returned for second year

76% graduated within 4 years

87% graduated within 6 years

Annual Program Costs³

Illinois Resident

Tuition: $13,252
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,558
Total: $37,992

Non-Resident

Tuition: $35,928
Fees: $5,182
Expenses:$19,898
Total: $61,008

International

Tuition: $38,576
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,898
Total: $63,656

Related Majors

Gender and Women's Studies - LAS

History - LAS

Political Science - LAS

Sociology - LAS

Spanish - LAS

¹ Post-graduate data was collected through the Illini Success initiative, which primarily relies on self-reported survey data sources. Statistics are aggregated from the past three years. Please note that total compensation may be greater than annual salary as other forms of compensation (e.g., signing bonus, commission, benefits) are not included. For more information on Illini Success data and methods, please visit the Illini Success website. For average wage or salary information five years after entry into an occupation, visit the Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer.

² Graduation and retention data comes from several majors within a similar interest area. Data may not yet be available for newly created programs. Years-to-degree data is only available for programs from which you can earn a degree. Retention and graduation rates are only available for programs that you can apply directly into. Retention rates reflect retention to the university, not necessarily retention within the major.

³ "Expenses" are estimated and include books, supplies, housing, and other living expenses. The exact amount you’ll pay depends on where you decide to live, the meal plan you choose, and your overall lifestyle. To learn more about costs, please visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website. To learn the average monthly student loan payment over a period of 20 years based on estimated cost, visit the Illinois College2Career website.