Classics concerns itself with the languages and cultures of the ancient Greeks and Romans, whose civilizations had a central role in shaping the basic conceptual categories of our present cultural, intellectual, professional, and civic lives. Study of Latin and Ancient Greek and the cultures of ancient Rome and Greece fosters broad and deeply informed critical perspectives on the human experience and develops excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
Classics concerns itself with the languages and cultures of the ancient Greeks and Romans, whose civilizations had a central role in shaping the basic conceptual categories of our present cultural, intellectual, professional, and civic lives. Study of Ancient Greek and Latin and the cultures of ancient Greece and Rome fosters broad and deeply informed critical perspectives on the human experience and develops excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
Suggested First- and Second-Year College Courses: First- and second-year Latin and/or classical Greek, classics in translation, ancient history, classical art and archaeology, ancient philosophy.
Students in good academic standing may declare this major at any time.
The Bachelor of Arts in Classical Studies is especially suited to students wishing to explore the literature, history, art, archaeology, and philosophy of ancient Greece and Rome primarily through English translations. Students with no previous exposure to ancient Greek or Latin can complete the Classical Studies major in two years.
61-67 credits
Especially suited for students not preparing for graduate study in classics but wishing to explore the literature, history, art, archaeology, and philosophy of classical antiquity, primarily through English translation.
Note: Competence to take 400-level courses which count toward the Latin, Greek, and classics majors generally requires four-to-six quarters (20-30 credits) of previous study.
The BA in Classics allows students to develop advanced expertise in both ancient Greek and Latin to explore the cultural, social and artistic life of the ancient Greek and Roman world and its continuing relevance to contemporary life. Many students participate in the Department's study abroad programs in Rome or elsewhere.
Suggested First- and Second-Year College Courses: First- and second-year Latin and/or classical Greek, classics in translation, ancient history, classical art and archaeology, ancient philosophy.
Students in good academic standing may declare this major at any time.
Students who complete a B.A. in Classics develop advanced proficiency in Latin and ancient Greek and the literatures and cultures of ancient Greece and Rome. This degree provides excellent preparation for the study of the ancient world at the graduate level.
67-68 credits
Learning ancient Greek allows direct access to the thoughts and writings of the ancient Greeks and the dynamic world in which they lived and wrote. The study of ancient Greek fosters robust historical perspectives and develops strong analytical and communication skills that serve students well in a variety of careers. Many students participate in study abroad programs focused on the ancient world, including the department's programs in Rome.
Suggested First- and Second-Year College Courses: First- and second-year Latin and/or classical Greek, classics in translation, ancient history, classical art and archaeology, ancient philosophy.
Students in good academic standing may declare this major at any time.
The B.A. in Greek allows students to develop advanced expertise in the language, literature and culture of ancient Greece.
52-58 credits
Learning Latin provides direct access to the thoughts and writings of the ancient Romans and the dynamic social, cultural and political world in which they lived and wrote. The study of Latin develops robust historical perspectives and strong analytical and communication skills that serve students well in a variety of careers. Many students participate in the Department's excellent study abroad program in Rome.
Suggested First- and Second-Year College Courses: First- and second-year Latin and/or classical Greek, classics in translation, ancient history, classical art and archaeology, ancient philosophy.
Students in good academic standing may declare this major at any time.
The B.A. in Latin allows students to develop advanced expertise in the Latin language and the literature and culture of ancient Rome.
52-58 credits
The Minor in Classical Studies allows students to explore the cultures, history, literatures and civilizations of Ancient Greece and Rome from a variety of perspectives while participating in the Classics Department's vibrant and collegial intellectual community. Students minoring in Classical Studies have access to the Department's seminar room and are encouraged to participate in the Department's quarter-long program in Rome. The Department makes every effort to work with students who wish to complete a minor.
The Minor in Classical Studies allows students to explore the cultures, history, literatures and civilizations of Ancient Greece and Rome from a variety of perspectives while participating in the Classics Department's vibrant and collegial intellectual community. Students minoring in Classical Studies have access to the Department's seminar room and are encouraged to participate in the Department's quarter-long program in Rome. The Department makes every effort to work with students who wish to complete a minor.
25 credits
The Minor in Classics and Ancient History allows students to combine coursework in History with courses in Classical Studies and Classical Archaeology to explore the history of Ancient Greece and Rome while participating in the Classics Department's vibrant and collegial intellectual community. Students minoring in Classics and Ancient History have access to the Department's seminar room and are encouraged to participate in the Department's quarter-long program in Rome. The Minor in Classics and Ancient History is not available to students pursuing majors or other minors in the Classics Department.
30 credits
Courses: CLAS 210, CLAS 320, CLAS 322, CLAS 324, CLAS 326, CLAS 328, CLAS 330, CLAS 424, CLAS 427, CLAS 428, CLAS 430, CLAS 432, CLAS 435, CLAS 445, CLAS 496 (except when topic is medieval); CL AR 340, CL AR 341, CL AR 342, CL AR 343, CL AR 442, CL AR 443, CL AR 444, CL AR 446, CL AR 447, CL AR 448; GREEK (all upper-division courses except GREEK 300 and GREEK 301); LATIN (all upper-division courses except LATIN 300, LATIN 301, LATIN 401, and LATIN 402); HSTAM 205, HSTAM 302, HSTAM 312, HSTAM 313, HSTAM 314, HSTAM 330, HSTAM 401, HSTAM 402, HSTAM 403; HIST 490 (when topic is ancient), HIST 498 (when topic is ancient).
The Minor in Greek allows students to gain an in-depth knowledge of Ancient Greek language, literature and civilization. Minors can take full advantage of the Classics Department's vibrant and collegial intellectual community and can, if they wish, participate in the Department's undergraduate seminar. Students minoring in Greek have access to the Department's seminar room and are encouraged to participate in the Department's quarter-long program in Rome. The Department makes every effort to work with students who wish to complete a minor.
Minimum 30 credits
25 credits in Greek and 5 credits chosen with departmental approval from classics in English, classical art and archaeology, ancient history, history of ancient philosophy, and history of ancient science. Minimum 15 credits must be at the 300/400 level. See department for list of acceptable courses.
The Minor in Latin allows students to gain an in-depth knowledge of the Latin language, and ancient Roman literature and civilization. Minors can take full advantage of the Classics Department's vibrant and collegial intellectual community and can, if they wish, take the Department's undergraduate seminar. Students minoring in Latin have access to the Department's seminar room and are encouraged to participate in the Department's quarter-long program in Rome. The Department makes every effort to work with students who wish to complete a minor.
Minimum 30 credits
25 credits in Latin and 5 credits chosen with departmental approval from classics in English, classical art and archaeology, ancient history, history of ancient philosophy, and history of ancient science. Minimum 15 credits must be at the 300/400 level. See department for list of acceptable courses.
Student Outcomes and Opportunities
Many who take the bachelor's degree in classics go on to pursue graduate work in the subject at leading PhD programs. Graduates include winners of prestigious national awards such as Mellon Fellowships for graduate study and the Rhodes Scholarship.
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