Welcome to MARSLAC
The interdisciplinary M.A. program in Regional Studies—Latin America and the Caribbean (MARSLAC) provides a broad social science-based approach to modern and contemporary Latin America and the Caribbean. The curriculum combines core seminars on region-specific scholarship and research with the opportunity to take courses in different disciplines throughout Columbia University. During the first semester students obtain solid foundations in the most relevant scholarship on key issues of contemporary Latin America (democratization, rule of law, urban development, environmental change, trade and immigration, gender relations, cultural expression of diversity, among others). In the second semester they hone research methodologies and the critical use of scholarship in order to develop their own projects and complete an M.A. thesis.
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» Greetings from the Director
» Program Description
» Concentration and Sample Courses
» Degree Requirements
» Faculty Advisors
» Masters Program Applicants
» Student Testimonials
» Financial Aid
MARSLAC is a great program that allows you to pursue your interests, expand your horizons, and learn from top-notch professors.
- Nathan Flannery
MARSLAC CandidateMy professors are true scholars offering decades of experience and knowledge adding value to my academic experience.
- Kelly Maslick
MARSLAC CandidateThus far my experience has been great. Columbia offers a variety of Latin American courses in history, anthropology, economics, and political science.
- Diana Duarte
MARSLAC Candidate
APPLICATION
Deadline for Fall semester: April 1, 2010
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