Overview

LAS content supplements the MPH program with in-depth study of languages, cultures, and societies that help prepare graduates to work effectively either in Latin America or with Latinx populations within the United States.

Key Features

The dual degree is the perfect option for students who wish to complement their regional studies with the practical skills garnered from a professional degree. Students pursue the degrees simultaneously and graduate in less time than if they had pursued the degrees independently of one another.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Latin American Studies

Latin American Culture & Society

Local Food Systems, Sustainability & PH

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

63 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Albuquerque, United States

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Public Health American and Australasian studies View 292 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must upload unofficial transcripts or their application will be considered incomplete. Official transcripts must also be sent directly to the UNM Office of Admissions.

Letter of Intent.

A writing sample of approximately 5 - 15 pages in length that demonstrates the applicant's research and analytical abilities, as well as capacity to work across disciplines.

A current CV or resume is required.

Three letters of recommendation from academic references that address the applicant's past academic performance including analytical abilities, language proficiency, and potential for success in graduate studies.

Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 for the last two years of their undergraduate studies.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

29146 USD / year

≈ 29146 USD / year
Out-of-State

29146 USD / year

≈ 29146 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10084 USD / year

≈ 10084 USD / year

Living costs

Albuquerque

United States

870 - 1360 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Latin American Studies and Public Health

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Key Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Albuquerque

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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