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Associate of Mexican-American Studies
- Chula Vista, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Associate
About the program
Associate of Arts in Mexican-American Studies at Southwestern College, Chula Vista, covering the experiences, identities and contributions of people of Mexican origin in the US, across the humanities and social sciences.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate an understanding of the central ideas
- methods and debates within Mexican-American Studies (AA). Analyze subject-specific information and apply appropriate research or practical methods. Communicate informed conclusions and reflect on ethical and professional contexts.
Career outcomes
- high school or college/university professor
- counselor
- historian
- researcher
- research assistant
- urban planner
- lawyer
- politician
- policy analyst
- political scientist
- civil rights advocate
- legislative aid
- international trade specialist
- foreign service officer
- government employee
- city/county official
Curriculum
- Completed as an associate degree of at least 60 units
- usually over about 4 full-time semesters
- combining general education with major courses. Study centres on the experiences
- identities and contributions of people of Mexican origin in the US
- across the humanities and social sciences. Individual course lists and unit counts are given in the college catalog and the program map.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma or certificate (official transcript
- certified English translation if not in English); proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 50
- IELTS Academic 5.5
- Duolingo 75
- or US high school or college English composition
- or Q International School Level 108); evidence of funds 30
- 431 USD with Affidavit of Support; F-1 transfer students add I-20
- F-1 visa
- I-94 and Transfer Verification Form
- No minimum GPA published
Accepted academic background
High school diploma or certificate (official transcript, certified English translation if not in English); F-1 transfer students with I-20, F-1 visa, I-94 and Transfer Verification Form
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 50
- IELTS 5.5
- Duolingo 75
- IELTS Academic 5.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Secondary Qualification Certificate
- Passport Copy
- Language Proficiency Results (where applicable)
How to apply
- Review the chosen program's academic and language requirements. Prepare academic transcripts
- qualification documents and any course-specific supporting materials. Submit the admission application and pay the application fee if required. Follow the institution's instructions for accepting an offer and meeting any enrollment conditions.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $10,218 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Chula Vista (main campus) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Education, Humanities, Social & Behavioral Sciences |
| Department | Mexican-American Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | College and foundation scholarships may be available to eligible enrolled students; international status can affect eligibility. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
27 Nov 2026
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 27 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $10,218 USD per year.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 50, IELTS 5.5, Duolingo 75, IELTS Academic 5.5.

