Northern Illinois University
Center for Latino and Latin American Studies
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Our undergraduate certificate in Latino and Latin American Studies provides you with knowledge of Latin America and the Caribbean as well as the Latinx experience in the United States. The certificate is designed for students interested in examining the history, culture, language, literature, politics and economies of Latin America and the Caribbean and of Latinx communities in the United States.

General Requirements

To qualify for the certificate, you must complete 12 semester hours of coursework. This consists of two core courses as well as elective courses. All coursework must be taken for a letter grade (not pass/fail), and some elective courses have prerequisites or co-requisites. Consult the course descriptions in the undergraduate catalog before making your selections.

View current program requirements and electives.

Recommendations

If you would like to pursue the certifcate, you must make an appointment to plan a program of study. You should enroll in the core courses as soon as possible and then proceed to take courses in several different disciplines. It is also recommended that you consult with center staff on a regular basis to ensure completion of requirements in a timely fashion.