Students who concentrate in Latin American and Caribbean Studies are strongly encouraged to participate in a study abroad program. This may be done at affiliated institutions such as the Tecnológico de Monterrey or the Universidad Iberoamerica in Mexico, The International Center for Development Studies in Costa Rica, or through the International Internship Program (GVT 526/528/529) with a placement in Latin America or the Caribbean. Students may also design an independent research project through Interfuture that will partially fulfill the degree requirements for the major. In addition, students also have the option of participating in a domestic internship (GVT 507/524/525) related to Latin America or the Caribbean (a maximum of 9 credit hours).