Certificate in Chicanx/e & Latinx/e Studies
This 15-credit certificate complements most undergraduate majors at UW-Madison and can be useful for students seeking a variety of careers. In the program, students can start building the knowledge and skills they need to understand the histories and cultures of U.S. people of Latin American descent, now the country’s fastest-growing minority group. Students can tailor the certificate to reflect their interests, complement their major, or plan for graduate or professional school.
Degree Requirements
Learn about the requirements for the Major and the Certificate in the Guide before declaring.
Declare
To add Chicanx/e & Latinx/e Studies to your plan of study, complete the survey form below. Our academic advisor should be in touch within 5-7 days. Meet with our Academic Advisor with any questions or concerns.
Meet with our Academic Advisor
Schedule an appointment with Rachelle Eilers, our Academic Advisor, via Starfish to gain clarity on how Chicla can fit into your plan of study or if you have any questions.
Course Planning
- Schedule an advising appointment with Rachelle Eilers through Starfish to discuss how the Chicla certificate fits with your other academic interests.
- Browse our current course offerings.
Many classes that count for the Certificate offer opportunities for service-learning, applied research, and community engagement. Alumni have distinguished themselves in law, medicine, mental health, social services, grassroots community development, academia, business, public policy, and journalism.
SuccessWorks has created a useful summary of career opportunities available to graduates who have completed the major and certificate in Chicanx/e & Latinx/e Studies.