Community service studies may involve working within specific communities to build engagement and essential internal social structures. Passionate individuals can help struggling groups achieve a sense of self-respect and develop confidence in each other. Courses may offer a hands-on approach for real-world experience.

There are several private universities that can be found throughout Guatemala. Despite this, it still has some of the lowest literacy levels in all of Central America. Those looking to study in this country may have to pay higher tuition due to the privatized school systems.

A masters is earned after students complete an undergraduate degree program. To obtain a masters, you usually need to complete 12 to 18 college courses that often involve completing comprehensive tests and/or a thesis.