Latin American Studies Degree

The Latin American Studies degree program at Connecticut College is an interdisciplinary field of study focused on the culture, politics, and history of Latin Americans. A broader definition of Latin American Studies includes all cultures of Latin diaspora not just people of Latin or Hispanic descent living in the United States. Get more details below including other Connecticut colleges that offer latin american studies degrees.

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Connecticut College

45 Shunpike Road, Suite 10, Cromwell, CT

Connecticut College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in New London, CT, which is a predominantly urban area. Connecticut College has a yearly student enrollment of over a thousand.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Connecticut College offers:

• Social Sciences
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Psychology
• History

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. This school has an acceptance rate of 32% of which only 29% chose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at conncoll.edu.

Tuition is approximately $48,000 per year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a more personalized estimate of costs. Housing may be available for those who wish to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $6,500 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Connecticut College Camels participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Available athletic programs offered:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Ice Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

Students who wish to see more about Connecticut College can take a look at their website at http://www.connecticutcollege.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, area, ethnic, and cultural studies teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 15.1% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).