Overview

The Latin American and Iberian Studies programme at the University of California, Santa Barbara provides a rigorous academic foundation for understanding complex regional dynamics. Students engage with multifaceted perspectives to gain a deep appreciation of the historical and contemporary issues shaping these vital global areas.

This curriculum is designed to foster critical thinking and analytical skills through a broad range of scholarly lenses. By examining the intersections of society, politics, and culture, the programme prepares individuals to navigate the nuances of Iberian and Latin American contexts within a globalised framework of study.

The University of California, Santa Barbara supports this field of study through its extensive departmental resources and dedicated academic community.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 14430 per year
National fee: USD 14430 per year
Local fee: USD 14430 per year

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Latin American and Iberian Studies 200

Teaching Assistant Practicum

Theories of Mestizaje: Critical Perspectives from the Americas

Library and Archival Resources and Research in Latin American and Iberian Studies

Directed Reading and Research

Teaching Assistant Practicum

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Santa Barbara, United States

Disciplines

American and Australasian studies Iberian studies View 135 other Masters in Iberian studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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General requirements

Online application

Statement of Purpose, Personal Achievements/Contributions, and Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV) (submitted online)

Three Letters of Recommendation (submitted online). Note: If submitted via postal mail, please attach required coversheets with applicant signature.

Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended (submitted online)

GRE General test scores

TOEFL scores

Writing Sample (submitted online)

Final/Official transcripts will be required for all applicants who are admitted and have indicated their intent to enroll at UC Santa Barbara by submitting a Statement of Intent to Register (SIR).

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

14430 USD / year

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Out-of-State

14430 USD / year

≈ 14430 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

14430 USD / year

≈ 14430 USD / year

Living costs

Santa Barbara

United States

1640 - 2480 USD / month

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