Academic Programs

Pursuing Latin American and Caribbean studies in Miami offers students opportunities to enrich their education year round. With its diversity of programs, top-level faculty, and metropolitan setting, LACC offers an unparalleled educational experience.

LACC’s academic programs have earned a reputation for excellence that attracts students and scholars from around the world. With Miami as a backdrop, students can study Latin America and the Caribbean with distinguished faculty in a variety of disciplines.

The Master of Arts in Latin American and Caribbean Studies (MALACS) is an interdisciplinary graduate program that prepares students for doctoral studies or careers in government, non-profit sector, academia, media, the arts, and private sector.

Certificate programs are another way to take advantage of LACC’s academic resources. Certificates are especially useful for professionals and students who need special expertise to complement their major areas of study or career interests.

Students interested in study abroad opportunities have a variety of programs to choose from. Short-term summer sessions take students to Argentina, Brazil, Ecuador and Mexico.