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    Latin American, Caribbean and Iberian Studies, MA

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    Madison, USMAIn-person2 years
    $51,464.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    50%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Latin American, Caribbean and Iberian Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Madison, US. Tuition is $51,464.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary program covering Latin America, the Caribbean, Spain, and Portugal with focus areas including environment and development, immigration, history and culture, politics, race and indigeneity, agriculture and health, gender, and education. Requires 30 credits including an interdisciplinary research seminar, electives from various departments, language proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese, and a research thesis.

    Focus: research

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    12 months OPT (US)

    $29,960.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Latin American, Caribbean and Iberian Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Latin American, Caribbean and Iberian Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison is $51,464 across 30 required credits.
    Is Latin American, Caribbean and Iberian Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison online or in-person?
    Latin American, Caribbean and Iberian Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison is offered in-person.
    How long does Latin American, Caribbean and Iberian Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison take to complete?
    Latin American, Caribbean and Iberian Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Latin American, Caribbean and Iberian Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0-grade point average in undergraduate work
    How competitive is Latin American, Caribbean and Iberian Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison?
    Latin American, Caribbean and Iberian Studies, MA at University of Wisconsin-Madison reports an acceptance rate of approximately 50%.