Welcome to Mexican American Studies at UTPA

MAS is the study of the Mexican American experience. MAS majors and minors will take a wide range of courses in many disciplines to study the political, cultural, social, economic, and artistic conditions and contributions of Mexican Americans, within a historical and contemporary context. Since UTPA is a Hispanic Serving Learning Institution, MAS is dedicated to providing students with a well-rounded and culturally relevant education that empowers them with a better understanding of the Mexican American experience. The Rio Grande Valley is home to approximately 2 million people, 90% of which are classified as Mexican American or Latina/o and therefore, such preparation is essential to students pursuing a variety of careers and who want to work effectively in and with Mexican American and Latina/o communities in almost any field. MAS majors and minors will be trained to create culturally informed solutions to the community's needs. MAS students will be able to apply this knowledge as professionals in many fields such as government, social services, community service, education, health, the arts, and many others, as well as to prepare for graduate studies, law school, medical school, and other advanced degrees.