Chicago , Illinois , United States
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Overview
Overview
This Master of Arts in Latin American and Latino Studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago emphasizes the histories and experiences of Latin American people as they enter into a transnational dialogue that defines both American and Latin American identities, cultures, economies, and politics in the 21st century.
The program encourages an interdisciplinary approach that ranges across the social sciences, humanities, cultural studies, and history.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Latin American and Latinx Critical Thought
- Latinos and Latin American in Transnational Context
- Interdisciplinary Research Methods in Latin American and Latino Studies
- Studies in Language Policy and Cultural Identity
- Andean Prehistory
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , National
- Apply before , International
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Language
English
Credits
34 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Language Studies Languages View 903 other Masters in Language Studies in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. 2.8
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 80
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants are considered on an individual basis. The program will accept and review applications for the fall semester only. Transcripts for all undergraduate and any graduate work must be submitted.
- Tests Required GRE.
- Letters of Recommendation Three letters required, preferably from faculty members in social sciences and humanities.
- Resume/CV A resume or CV is required.
- Personal Statement Required. The statement must address the applicant's professional and academic goals and the candidate’s reasons for applying to a Latin American and Latino Studies graduate program. The statement should have a maximum extension of three double-spaced pages.
Tuition Fee
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International
7227 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 7227 USD per year and a duration of 12 months.
7,227 - 17,714 USD
Funding
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