### SUMMARY

 A degree in Latin American Studies is a valuable choice and ordinarily a needed first step for undergraduates wishing to pursue a career as a latin-american studies teacher, a spanish interpreter/translator, or a social worker. In fact, latin american studies is a ​unique major ranking as the 285th most popular major. Last year, there were 480 latin american studies diplomas received. In-state tuition for latin american studies at private schools is, on average, 5 times more pricey than their public rivals.

 There are 151 institutions which offer this degree. 151 universities is fairly average in terms of the number of institutions which offer each degree. If you're hoping to surround yourself with other latin american studies undergrads, consider looking at institutions in California which have more undergrads admitted to latin american studies than any other state. More generally, the best region to study latin american studies is in the Far West region with [California State University-Chico](/colleges/california-state-university-chico), [California State University-Northridge](/colleges/california-state-university-northridge), and [University of Washington-Seattle Campus](/colleges/university-of-washington-seattle-campus) best representing the region. Interestingly, our pick of the top conference to major in latin american studies is the Pacific-12 Conference with [University of Arizona](/colleges/university-of-arizona), [University of California-Los Angeles](/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles), and [University of Washington-Seattle Campus](/colleges/university-of-washington-seattle-campus) representing the conference. On that topic, our choice for the best school for latin american studies is [Columbia University in the City of New York](/colleges/columbia-university-in-the-city-of-new-york). You may also want to check out our list of [best colleges](/rankings/best-colleges).

 The best school does not mean it is the best school for you. There are many more factors to weigh when deciding on college. Features like campus amenities, transportation services, and food could modify your choice on where to go to school. At Authority, we have examined the pros and cons for you. If, for example, you want to know which latin american studies college has the top college campus, the answer is [New York University](/colleges/new-york-university). If, for example, you are mostly interested in which college is home to the finest campus, then we have a whole list [dedicated to that](/rankings/best-college-campuses). We have carefully pored through student reviews, government databases, professor reviews, and more so we can compare all U.S. majors in an unbiased and informative way. Here you can find our comprehensive list for the universities with the [best student life](/rankings/best-student-life)&nbspand from that list, our pick for the college with the best student life for latin american studies is [University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill](/colleges/university-of-north-carolina-at-chapel-hill). Curious why? Continue scrolling to learn more about Authority's top recommendations. Many of our conclusions will probably shock you.

 If cost is a significant deciding factor in your decisions, you might consider avoiding [Columbia University in the City of New York](/colleges/columbia-university-in-the-city-of-new-york). [Columbia University in the City of New York](/colleges/columbia-university-in-the-city-of-new-york)&nbspis our most expensive college for latin american studies, at least for out of state attendance. We do have a page for the [most expensive](/rankings/most-expensive-colleges)&nbspschools that could put the price tag of [Columbia University in the City of New York](/colleges/columbia-university-in-the-city-of-new-york)&nbspinto perspective. You may also want to know that latin american studies is the 126th most expensive major in the United States, with an average expense of $36,200. On a broader scale, the most expensive state for latin american studies in the country is Pennsylvania with costs at the primary college, Dickinson College, of $55,948. To zoom out even further, the most costly region of the U.S. for latin american studies is the New England region which is best demonstrated with [Colby College](/colleges/colby-college) with a cost of $54,870, [Brandeis University](/colleges/brandeis-university) with a cost of $55,340, and [Dartmouth College](/colleges/dartmouth-college) with a cost of $55,605.

 Our cheapest region for latin american studies is the Rocky Mountains region which is represented by [Brigham Young University-Provo](/colleges/brigham-young-university-provo) with a cost of $5,790 and [University of Utah](/colleges/university-of-utah) with a cost of $26,017. More optimistically, the most affordable school for latin american studies is [Brigham Young University-Provo](/colleges/brigham-young-university-provo). Our comprehensive list of the most affordable schools can be explored [here](/rankings/most-affordable-colleges).

 In-state learners can expect to pay in the neighborhood of $10,300 for a degree in latin american studies. That price grows by a lot to a median of $29,300 for an out-of-state public-school undergrad. Our selection for the school with the best value for latin american studies: [Columbia University in the City of New York](/colleges/columbia-university-in-the-city-of-new-york). On this page you can see our comprehensive list on the colleges we believe to be the [best value](/rankings/best-value-colleges)&nbspin general. That being said, this discussion is predicated on being an out-of-state student. The value proposition changes when in-state tuition costs are considered, as such, we are using out-of-state tuition as the baseline.

 Earnings for latin american studies students vary widely, but within two years leaving college students will typically make around $47,000. While there can be much variation in earnings potential; top positions can bring in up to $80,800. Even right out of college, the lowest end jobs within the latin american studies field earn $26,900, which could be worse. The top earning grads for latin american studies have come from [Columbia University in the City of New York](/colleges/columbia-university-in-the-city-of-new-york)&nbspand if you want to find the schools with all of the [highest earning graduates](/rankings/highest-earning-graduates), Authority has that too.

 The general diversity of latin american studies falls subpar, falling in the 50th percentile of all majors. The school with the highest composite diversity for latin american studies is [New York University](/colleges/new-york-university)&nbspand here you can find our comprehensive list for the colleges with the [most diversity](/rankings/most-diverse-colleges). The overall financial diversity of the Latin American Studies major only ranks in the 45th percentile of all majors. Racial diversity is greater than financial diversity, ranking in the 49th percentile. Latino collegians make up the largest proportion at 57% of scholars studying latin american studies. Additionally, 73% of scholars pursuing a latin american studies major are women.

 The median ranking of latin american studies professors is 3 stars, a score that is 25% less than the median across all majors; which is a subpar ranking. If you are interested in the most popular latin american studies instructor in the nation, look no further than Nayelli Castro-Ramirez from [University of Massachusetts-Boston](/colleges/university-of-massachusetts-boston). This might be surprising, but the highest rated latin american studies professors according to students are found at [University of Massachusetts-Boston](/colleges/university-of-massachusetts-boston). If we including information other than basic rankings we find that the university with the best professors for latin american studies is [Columbia University in the City of New York](/colleges/columbia-university-in-the-city-of-new-york). One can find an explanation of our evolving ranking methodology for the [best overall professors here](/rankings/best-professors), along with many of the best instructors nationwide.

 Finally, the most difficult college to get into for latin american studies is [Columbia University in the City of New York](/colleges/columbia-university-in-the-city-of-new-york). While we think of this list more as a novelty, we do have a general page of the [hardest colleges to get into](/rankings/hardest-colleges-to-get-into). That being said, here at Authority we do hope you believe that approaching college through a lens primarily formed from superlatives might create problems. We hope you look at some of our more focused pages on individual universities and read a few of Authority's helpful background articles on essential details to look out for as you progress with your college search.



 ### POPULARITY

 Latin american studies is the 285th most popular degree in America, with 480 students receiving their bachelors degree last year. It just beat out #286 [Social Science Teacher Education](/rankings/best-colleges-for-social-science-teacher-education), and narrowly lost to #284 [Slavic, Baltic and Albanian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics](/rankings/best-colleges-for-slavic-baltic-and-albanian-languages-literatures-and-linguistics).

 The degree is offered at a total of 151 colleges across the nation, and is the 120th most widely offered degree. Given that latin american studies is offered at 45% of the Top 100 [Best Colleges](/rankings/best-colleges) in America, you can be sure this is a critical degree and the skillsets acquired are likely to last for a long time.

 It is also worth noting that 47% of colleges offering latin american studies are public making it a pretty accessible field.

 The far west produces the most latin american studies graduates, largely led by [California State University-Chico](/colleges/california-state-university-chico), while it’s the Pacific-12 Conference that leads conference totals. As far as states, California ranks highest, with particular help from [California State University-Chico](/colleges/california-state-university-chico) and [California State University-Northridge](/colleges/california-state-university-northridge).

 All that being said, no individual school produces more latin american studies graduates than [Georgetown University](/colleges/georgetown-university), which graduated 36 students last year alone. Although size is critical, another important factor to consider is the program’s density (the percent of all students that study latin american studies). More students studied latin american studies as a percentage of total students at [Southwestern University](/colleges/southwestern-university) than any other college.



 ### COST

 Latin american studies is the 126th most expensive major in the nation, with a median cost of $36,199 among the top 50 programs.

 New England has the most expensive schools with top latin american studies programs led by [Colby College](/colleges/colby-college) with an annual cost of $54,870. Pennsylvania is the most expensive state for latin american studies led by [Dickinson College](/colleges/dickinson-college).

 Public schools with solid programs by and large charge 79.96% less than private schools for in-state students. When looking at out-of-state tuition however, the median top 50 Public school charges 43.24% less than your average private school. So, if you're looking into studying at a state school, make sure you qualify for in-state tuition sooner rather than later.

 The most high-priced option in the top 25 is [Columbia University in the City of New York](/colleges/columbia-university-in-the-city-of-new-york), which is the 3rd most expensive college in the United States. The most affordable option in the top 100 is [Brigham Young University-Provo](/colleges/brigham-young-university-provo). It costs just $5,790 per year and is its latin american studies program is ranked #2. Another more affordable choice would be #21, [University of North Carolina at Charlotte](/colleges/university-of-north-carolina-at-charlotte) in Mecklenburg County, NC with a cost of $3,812 for in-state students and $17,246 for out-of-state students.



### SALARY

 Going to college is a large investment for most undergraduates. It is critical to have confidence you get a high return on that investment. We intend for the following earnings and job placement facts to assist you in deciding your focus at college.

 The average Latin American Studies alumni earns a first year salary of $33,320 per year (bottom 35%). With experience in their employment, they for the most part bring in something between $26,944 and $80,810, but average close to $47,027. For context, that is 22% above average.

 The most common job placement for a Latin American Studies graduate is Analyst, which for the most part earn about $54,000; next are Account Executive and Outside Sales Representative, which normally make around $36,000 and $42,000 respectively.

 The best paid region for Latin American Studies graduates is New England. The best paid state for Latin American Studies alumni is ME. Atlantic 10 Conference has the highest grossing Latin American Studies graduates of any conference..



### PROFESSORS

 Fast Facts for Latin American Studies: Median Professor Rating: 3 / 5, which is below average.

 Instructors unfailingly play a severe role in shaping your college experience, regardless of your focus. A thoughtful instructor might provide inspiration and even make a difficult subject seem easy. Conversely, a poor professor can turn you off of a subject or even worse... fail you!

 Latin American Studies professors, concerningly, only have a median student rating of 3 out of 5, putting them in the bottom 1% in the US based on overall professor effectivness. For context a 3 rating is 25% south of the national median professor rating for all subjects. Professors of Latin American Studies just edged-out those from ["Labor Studies"](/rankings/best-colleges-for-labor-studies), whereas ["Interior Design"](/rankings/best-colleges-for-interior-design)&nbspprofessors ranked one slot above Latin American Studies.

 Now for some statistics about Latin American Studies professors. Colleges located in large citys tend to have the best Latin American Studies professors. The Little East Conference has the highest rated Latin American Studies professors. The New England region has the highest rated Latin American Studies professors. Public institutions tend to have higher rated Latin American Studies professors than private universities. Finally, Massachusetts has the highest rated Latin American Studies professors in America.

 Nayelli Castro-Ramirez, professor at [University of Massachusetts-Boston](/colleges/university-of-massachusetts-boston)&nbspin Boston, MA is the most popular Latin American Studies professor in the US. Nayelli Castro-Ramirez, professor at [University of Massachusetts-Boston](/colleges/university-of-massachusetts-boston)&nbspin Boston, MA is the highest rated Latin American Studies professor in the United States, with a rating of 3 / 5.

 Find out which universities have the [Best Professors](/rankings/best-professors)!



### STUDENTS

 College is one of the most momentous periods in one's life; it is an opportunity for individual growth and maturation. Pupils attempt to figure out what they are capable of and learn the indispensable skills to be a halcyon member of society. But learning isn't confined to a classroom - the discussions one has with his peers, the wild anecdote received from an eccentric instructor, the exposure to a different background. As such, attending a diverse college tremendously enhances what you gain from your time spent in college.

 Latin American Studies is a more popular focus for students of color than white students. It has the 2nd highest share of latino students. 57% of America's Latin American Studies majors are latino students, followed by white students (30%), students of other races\*\*(8%), and black students (4%). The most ethnically diverse college\* in the top 100 is [SUNY at Albany](/colleges/suny-at-albany)&nbspin Albany, NY.

 In addition, Latin American Studies significatly skews female, with 73% of students majoring in Latin American Studies identifying as women. The most gender balanced school in the top 100 is [University of Utah](/colleges/university-of-utah) in Salt Lake City, UT.

 Another substantial type of diversity is income diversity. Latin American Studies ranks close to the median for economic diversity (55th percentile). 31% of its students come from homes with a sub $30,000 income, 17% are from homes with $30,000 to $48,000 annual incomes, and 22% grew up in households with $110,000 plus annual incomes. [University of North Carolina at Charlotte](/colleges/university-of-north-carolina-at-charlotte) has the most financially diverse students in the top 100.

 Considering each type of diversity, overall GA is the most diverse state for Latin American Studies. The Great Lakes is the most diverse region, and the America East is the most diverse conference.

   \* diversity calculations and comparisons are based on [Simpson's Diversity Index](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diversity_index)   
  \*\* other races is used to refer to non asian, black, latino, or white

  #### Diversity Statistics

  ##### Racial Diversity

 * Asian: 1%
* Black: 4%
* Latino: 57%
* White: 30%
* Other: 8%
  ##### Gender Diversity

 * Male: 27%
* Female: 73%
  ##### Socioeconomic Diversity (By Household Income)

 * Under 30k: 31%
* 30k - 48k: 17%
* 48k - 75k: 16%
* 75k - 110k: 13%
* Over 110k: 22%
  ##### Geographic Diversity

 * In State: 71%
* Out of State: 24%
* International: 6%


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