Latin American Studies (Minor)
Would you like to know more about Latin America—its cultures and history? With a minor in Latin American Studies, you’ll enrich your major and gain an understanding of Latino communities both within and outside the U.S. This six-course program includes multiple approaches: anthropological, cultural, environmental, gendered, historical, political and theological.
Program Details
Program Goals
After completing six courses that examine Latin America from a minimum of three disciplinary perspectives, you will gain a deeper understanding of American diversity—of Latino communities in and out of the U.S.—and a greater appreciation of marginalized and less privileged peoples across the region.
Curriculum
The Latin American Studies minor requires 18 credits.
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Admissions Requirements
Creighton admissions are based upon:
- High school GPA
- ACT or SAT scores*
- Extracurricular activities
- Personal statement to demonstrate creative abilities not reflected in your transcripts
- Recommendation from high school counselor
- Honors sections and advanced placement courses will enhance a candidate’s application
*For students who are choosing to apply test-optional, ACT/SAT exam scores are not required at the time of application for admission.
Dates & Deadlines
Applications for the fall semester open on Aug. 1 of the prior year. For scholarship consideration, the earlier you complete your undergraduate application, the better. For up-to-date deadlines, visit our admissions page.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition rates are updated each year. Visit our financial aid site to learn more about the cost of attendance.
Financial Aid
Creighton University’s Financial Aid Office administers over $200,000,000 in student aid each year from federal, state, institutional and private sources.
To help make your undergraduate studies at Creighton University more affordable, we encourage you to file the FAFSA to apply for financial assistance. A variety of scholarships are also available.
