The minor in Latina/o/x studies requires a minimum of 15 s.h., including 12 s.h. taken at the University of Iowa. Students must maintain a cumulative g.p.a. of at least 2.00 in all courses for the minor and in all UI courses for the minor. Coursework in the minor may not be taken pass/nonpass. A maximum of 6 s.h. of work for another University of Iowa major, minor, or certificate may be counted toward the minor.
The minor helps to prepare undergraduates for careers in medicine, public health, social work, business, education, and the arts, and to respond to the changing demographics of the United States.
Listed below are the general categories of coursework required to earn the degree; for more specific information on courses, curriculum, and requirements of the minor in Latina/o/x studies, visit the UI General Catalog.
| Title | Hours |
|---|---|
| Foundation course | 3 |
| Historical and Cultural Approaches courses | 6 |
| Comparative and Transnational Topics course | 3 |
One additional course from either:
| 3 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
Available Courses by Semester
The availability of courses that satisfy requirements for the minor changes from semester to semester. Declared LATS students will receive an email each semester prior to early registration with a list of available courses that count toward the minor. If you have any questions about which courses may count toward the minor, or if you wish to request approval of a course for the Latina/o/x Studies minor that is not currently on the approved list, please contact latinx-studies@uiowa.edu.