Latin American Studies
About the Program
Connect Across Cultures
Latin American Studies Certificate - The Latin American Studies certificate at Columbus State University offers students an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the region’s culture, history, politics, and language. Designed for students in any major, the 18 credit-hour certificate strengthens your global awareness and prepares you to engage with Latin America in careers related to education, international service, and public policy.
Latin American Studies Minor - Add depth to your major by exploring Latin America through courses in Spanish, history, political science, and related disciplines. This minor helps you build cultural understanding and language proficiency—skills that are highly valued in many fields including healthcare, business, education, and government.
Just the Facts
Total Credit Hours:
18 Hours
Delivery Format:
On Campus
Completion Time:
2-3 semesters
Program Highlights
Your Academic Experience
- Open to students from all majors with a 2.80 GPA or higher.
- Complements majors in business, education, international studies, and more.
- Interdisciplinary coursework focused on Latin American culture, history, politics, and language.
- Flexible elective options across departments.
- Helps build Spanish language proficiency.
- Opportunities to engage in global or multicultural learning experiences.
What Can You Do With This Degree?
Explore job trends, average salaries, and growing opportunities so you can see how your degree connects to meaningful career pathways and the future of your field.
Admission Requirements
Your Pathway to CSU
Institutional Admission Requirements
All applicants must meet our institutional admissions requirements to be accepted into Columbus State University.
