October 30, 2025

Study Abroad Programs: Latin American and Caribbean Studies

Latin American and Caribbean Studies is an interdisciplinary program that provides students with a deep understanding of the history, culture, politics, and economy of Latin America and the Caribbean. The program incorporates a range of subjects, including anthropology, history, literature, and political science, among others. Students gain proficiency in a foreign language and have the opportunity to study abroad in countries such as Mexico, Brazil, and Cuba.

The program is designed to equip students with a nuanced understanding of the region, with a particular focus on issues such as colonialism, race and ethnicity, and social justice. Through a combination of coursework and study abroad experiences, students gain a unique perspective on the region and its people, and develop skills in critical thinking, analysis, and communication. Graduates of the program are well-prepared for careers in fields such as international development, government, business, and journalism, among others. Overall, the Latin American and Caribbean Studies program provides an excellent opportunity for students to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage and diverse communities of Latin America and the Caribbean.

Latin American and Caribbean Studies - Featured Programs

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Study Abroad Reviews for Arcos Learning Abroad in Oaxaca, Mexico (University of Oaxaca)
Arcos Learning Abroad in Oaxaca, Mexico (University of Oaxaca)

Oaxaca is a fascinating colonial city surrounded by lush mountains and indigenous villages. It is an ideal location for Spanish language study and cultural immersion. Stud...

4.5

3 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Arcos Learning Abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina (University of Belgrano)
Arcos Learning Abroad in Buenos Aires, Argentina (University of Belgrano)

Buenos Aires is one of the most beautiful cities in Latin America with a vibrant culture and heavy European influence. Buenos Aires boasts a linguistic and cultural richne...

4.8

2 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Pachaysana Institute: Ecuador - Rehearsing Change
Pachaysana Institute: Ecuador - Rehearsing Change

A semester-long, community-based study abroad program in Ecuador (with community partners located in Quito, the rural Andes mountains and the Amazon Rainforest). Like no ...

4.5

2 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Brandeis in Mérida: Public Health in the Yucatán Peninsula
Brandeis in Mérida: Public Health in the Yucatán Peninsula

A two-course, intensive summer program in Health: Science, Society, and Policy, Brandeis University's interdisciplinary public health major. Hosted by IFSA in Mérida, Mexi...

5.0

1 review
Study Abroad Reviews for Arcos Learning Abroad in Granada, Spain (University of Granada)
Arcos Learning Abroad in Granada, Spain (University of Granada)

The historic city of Granada, located in the south of Spain, is the ideal setting for a true language and cultural immersion experience. Arcos Learning Abroad students are...

4.5

1 review
Study Abroad Reviews for Universidad Iberoamericana / IBERO: Mexico City - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
Universidad Iberoamericana / IBERO: Mexico City - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

Universidad Iberoamericana ("Iberoamericana University"' or just "IBERO") is considered one of Mexico's most prestigious universities, distinguished by high academic stand...

0.0

0 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for CGEE: Social Change in Central America: Exploring Peace, Justice, and Community Engagement
CGEE: Social Change in Central America: Exploring Peace, Justice, and Community Engagement

This multi-country semester study abroad program, defined by an experiential methodology and unique approach to community engagement, offers students a provocative and ins...

4.7

5 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for SUNY Geneseo: El Sauce - Service Learning in Nicaragua
SUNY Geneseo: El Sauce - Service Learning in Nicaragua

This is a unique service-learning experience that combines cultural immersion and volunteerism to enhance SUNY Geneseo students' education and benefit a small community in...

4.9

11 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Trinity in Trinidad: Study Abroad in the Caribbean
Trinity in Trinidad: Study Abroad in the Caribbean

Students engage in in-depth study of the literature, sociology, history, anthropology, art, music, and economics of Trinidad and Tobago communities. The program is based ...

0.0

0 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for API (Academic Programs International): Havana - Universidad de la Habana
API (Academic Programs International): Havana - Universidad de la Habana

The capital and largest city of the island nation of Cuba, Havana has a long and storied past. The city was chartered by King Phillip II of Spain in 1592, and was recogniz...

4.6

4 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for University of Southern Mississippi: Jamaica - Caribbean Studies, May Program
University of Southern Mississippi: Jamaica - Caribbean Studies, May Program

For over 26 years students from Southern Miss and institutions around the nation have been studying abroad on this Southern Miss original program. Each May, students on Th...

0.0

0 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for API (Academic Programs International): Vina del Mar - Universidad Adolfo Ibanez
API (Academic Programs International): Vina del Mar - Universidad Adolfo Ibanez

Built on the land of two former estates, the city of Viña del Mar began in the late 1800s and has grown to become a popular destination for Chileans, Argentines and other ...

4.8

2 reviews