Associate Degree in Mexican/Latin American Studies
Alameda, USA
Associate Degree
DURATION
4 semesters
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2026
TUITION FEES
USD 7,120 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* this is for a standard 15 credit semester including fees / price may vary depending on how many credits are taken
Key Summary
Mexico/Latin American/Latinx Studies is an interdisciplinary program that focuses on the diverse histories and cultures of the Americas. A degree in this rich field will open opportunities for you in the United States and abroad. The continuing importance of Latin America for the United States and the growing Latina/o population in the Bay Area creates a number of opportunities for students to work in government, business, teaching, community organizing, law, and a host of other related fields.
What you will learn
Here, you will learn about the past and the present of Latin Americans and the Latinx population in the United States, and the national relationships that bring about change, both positive and negative. Our focus in this program is to investigate and think critically about cultures, nations, and people in the western hemisphere, and to center Latin American and Latinx populations in our understanding of the world, the nation, and ourselves.
Scholarships provide students with opportunities to attend college, advance their knowledge and skills for career readiness and help them prepare for both academic opportunities and financial challenges after transfer. This website provides information and resources to assist students in how to begin their search for scholarship opportunities. Note that requirements and deadlines vary among every scholarship.
College of Alameda Promise
The College of Alameda (COA) Promise is a pathway for Alameda high school graduates to access a quality college education. Eligible students will receive a year of college without fees.
Peralta Foundation Scholarships
Each semester, the Peralta Colleges Foundation is committed to providing students with access to post-secondary education and persistence services so they can complete college prepared for a successful career. The Peralta Promise enables qualifying students to attend their first semester at one of the Peralta Colleges – Laney College, Merritt College, College of Alameda, or Berkeley City College – for free!
External Scholarships
Here is a list of general scholarships that are available for community college students. Not every scholarship has a citizenship requirement. Review the following scholarships for your eligibility.
Recommended Course Sequence
Fall 1
- MATH 15 Mathematics for Liberal Arts Students -- 3
- ENGL 1A Composition and Reading -- 4 or 5
or
- ENGL 1AS Composition and Reading (w/ support) -- 4 or 5
- SPAN 30A Beginning Conversational Spanish -- 3
- HIST 8A History of Latin-American Civilization -- 3
- KIN 54A Cross Fitness I – Fundamentals -- 1
or
- KIN 60A Circuit Training for Strength I – Fundamentals -- 1
- DANCE 68 Modern Dance I -- 1
or
- DANCE 92 Salsa I -- 1
Total Number of Units 15-16
Spring 1
- COMM 5 Persuasion & Critical Thinking -- 3
- ANTHR 1 Introduction to Physical Anthropology -- 3
or
- GEOG 1 Physical Geography -- 3
- SPAN 30B Beginning Conversational Spanish -- 3
- HIST 8B History of Latin-American Civilization -- 3
- COUN 24 College Success -- 3
Total Number of Units: 15
Fall 2
- SPAN 1A Elementary Spanish -- 5
- LIS 85 Introduction to Information Resources -- 2
- ENGL 10A Creative Writing -- 3
- M/LAT 3 Latin-American/Chicano Authors -- 3
- HIST 17 History of the Mexican-American -- 3
Total Number of Units: 16
Spring 2
- SPAN 1B Elementary Spanish -- 5
- HIST 5 History of Mexico -- 3
- M/LAT 2A Latin-American Folklore -- 3
- HIST 53A History and Culture of the Caribbean/Central America -- 3
or
- HIST 53B History and Culture of the Caribbean/Central America -- 3
Total Number of Units: 14
What can I do with a degree in Mexican/Latin American Studies (M/LAT)
Fields and occupations pursued with an M-Lat degree include:
- Teaching
- Community Organizing
- Various positions in the business world
- Lawyer
- Various government positions
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