BA in Latin American and Latino Studies in Wayne United States | William Paterson University of New Jersey

The Department of Community and Social Justice Studies provides diverse major options that equip students with analytical frameworks and practical abilities to become community advocates across various sectors including government, corporate, NGO, and nonprofit organizations, or to continue into advanced academic programs. Below are important national career statistics from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) and PayScale.

The Latin American and Latino studies program aims to connect academic knowledge with the real-world experiences of Latin American and Latino communities throughout the Americas. This curriculum fosters deeper appreciation for diversity, aligning with the University's commitment to inclusive educational excellence. Through interdisciplinary exploration of political systems, economic structures, psychological factors, historical contexts, and literary works, students gain comprehensive insight into both Latin American societies and U.S. Latino communities. Our liberal arts foundation cultivates enduring scholars, analytical problem-solvers, and active participants in civic life.