What do you know about your neighbors?

Latin America connects with you and your life in ways far more complex and interesting than you might imagine. There’s music and food, of course. But there is also history, culture, sports … and politics.

The Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx studies program offers one of the most flexible, interesting, and customizable majors and minors you can pursue at Purchase. Truly interdisciplinary, the Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx Studies program allows you to create a rich, powerful, and ultimately extremely practical educational experience.

Build Community

Learn more about the VOCES project funded by the NEH.

The word voces in a range of reds and purples.

Career Possibilities

Students with a BA in Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx studies have found success in a wide variety of careers, including:

  • Diplomat
  • Economist
  • International Relations Specialist

Visit the Career Development Center to learn more.

Program Name Change

Effective February 2020, the Latin American Studies program was renamed Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx Studies.