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Program checklist · BA

Latin American and Caribbean Studies, BA

Binghamton University · Vestal, NY

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Program
Award
BA
Credential class
ceterms:BachelorDegree
Catalog edition
2026-2027 Binghamton University Academic Guide
Checklist type
degree-program
Description
The Latin American and Caribbean Studies (LACAS) major offers an interdisciplinary and transnational approach to the study of Latin America, the Caribbean and peoples of Latin American and Caribbean descent. LACAS majors learn methodologies and theoretical perspectives for studying historical processes, cultural dynamics, and social and economic problems across the Americas. LACAS majors build skills in research, critical thinking, and effective communication.
Identifiers
IPEDS UNITID
196079
CourseShelf checklist
CK_196079_66f65fe4
CollegeTransfer.Net
Institution Transfer Profile
Source
CourseShelf publish 61

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Program Requirements

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    University General Education Requirements

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      Harpur College Requirements

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        Major Requirements

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          Course Requirements

          Choose 2 of the following · Choose two of the following courses: · 9 items
          1. At least one course in each of three separate departments
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          2. Choose two of the following courses:
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          3. LACS 200
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          4. LACS 210
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          5. LACS 202
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          6. One course in research methodology (LACS 271 ) in which the major project focuses on Latin America, Latinx, and/or the Caribbean
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          7. One literature course related to Latin America, Latinx and/or the Caribbean
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          8. Five advanced courses (300-level or above), of which one must be 400-level
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          9. Show a proficiency in a language relevant to the area of specialization. The following languages fulfill this requirement: Spanish, French, English, Portuguese, Creole(s), Dutch. Indigenous languages can also satisfy this requirement.
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          Additional Information About the Program

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          1. If a student has taken 4 years of High School Spanish and/or French, the language requirement would be waived as long as they have recieved a grade of 85 or better in the fourth unit.
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          2. By taking an intermediate-level course in a language relevant to the LACAS major.
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          3. If a student has taken the Advanced Placement Test with a score of 3 or better or College Level Examination Program (CLEP) in high school in a language relevant to the LACAS major (e.g. Spanish, French).
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          4. Obtaining a score of 4-7 on IB Higher Level (HL) or Standard Level (SL) exams.
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          5. Students who are native or heritage speakers in a language relevant to the LACAS major may request a waiver of the requirement from the program.
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          Source. Binghamton University, catalog 2026-2027 Binghamton University Academic Guide — https://catalog.binghamton.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=7&poid=2055&returnto=313. Captured page pages/0052.html.gz. Assembled from the institution's published catalog as captured; every record names its captured page and source URL. Assembled, not asserted.