Overview

The Latin American and Caribbean Studies M.A. at Indiana University Bloomington offers an intensive interdisciplinary exploration of the diverse cultures and political landscapes across the region. This programme is designed to serve as a robust foundation for those pursuing doctoral research or professional advancement in various global sectors. Students benefit from a flexible curriculum that integrates language mastery with specialised thematic research.

Participants work closely with the programme director to establish specific interdisciplinary themes that guide their academic journey. These focus areas often include critical topics such as economic development, environmental studies, and public policy.

Why Latin American and Caribbean Studies at Indiana University Bloomington?

The programme is hosted by the Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies, providing students with access to world-class faculty and extensive institutional resources. The university offers a unique dual-degree option, allowing students to combine their regional studies with another graduate programme. This pathway is designed to reduce credit-hour requirements, often enabling completion of both degrees within three years.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 27271 per year
National fee: USD 27271 per year
Local fee: USD 27271 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Economic Development
Environmental Studies
Policy Studies
Spanish
Portuguese
Haitian Creole
Maya
Quechua
Interdisciplinary Research Seminars

Careers with Latin American and Caribbean Studies

Graduates of this programme are well-equipped for diverse professional roles across multiple sectors. Many alumni pursue successful careers within government agencies, where their regional expertise informs policy and diplomatic relations. The analytical skills gained during the course are also highly valued in the private business sector, particularly for organisations operating internationally.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Latin American and Caribbean Studies

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bloomington, United States

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies American and Australasian studies View 131 other Masters in American and Australasian studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Online Application

Transcripts: Domestic and International

Three Letters of Recommendation

Statement of Interest

Resume or CV

Writing Samples

International Test Scores: TOEFL or IELTS

Tuition Fees

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27271 USD / year

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27271 USD / year

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27271 USD / year

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Living costs

Bloomington

United States

1071 - 1733 USD / month

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

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Funding

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