A course may satisfy more than one requirement even though it earns only one credit toward the total of 12 needed for the major. During the senior year, majors are expected to elect a research seminar or tutorial in either Latin American studies or their department of concentration. Majors must maintain an average of B- or above in Latin American studies courses. Departmental honors will be awarded to majors who have completed a senior thesis of exceptional quality and who have a distinguished record of course work in Latin American studies. Students may spend a semester or a year in a program in Latin America approved by the University's International Studies Committee.
Additional regulations apply to Latin American studies majors.
To apply for a major in Latin American studies, the student must obtain approval from a member of the Latin American Studies Committee who is in the proposed department of concentration. The student must demonstrate competence in either Spanish or Portuguese and must present a proposed program and an academic record showing interest and ability in both Latin American studies and the department of concentration. Applications for the major should be made during the second semester of the sophomore year.