Artium Baccalaureatus in Classics (A.B. in Classics)

The A.B. program in Classics is the traditional Classics Major designed for students whose primary interest is the study of Greek and Latin languages. The A.B. curriculum is the recommended course of study for those who plan to pursue an advanced degree in Classics. (Interactive A.B. Checklist)

30 hours required.

A minimum of 18 hours in Greek and Latin beyond the elementary level:

- 12 hours (beyond the elementary level) in the principal classical language

- 6 hours (beyond the elementary level) in the secondary classical language

3 hours in CLAS 401 Research Seminar in Classics

An additional 9 hours, in any combination, from the list of approved Classics courses (See the Handbook for a complete list of courses).

Bachelor of Arts in Classics (B.A. in Classics)

The B.A. program in Classics is designed for students interested in Greco-Roman civilization and culture. The curriculum encourages students to obtain an interdisciplinary understanding of Ancient Greece and Rome. ( Interactive B.A. Checklist)

30 hours required.

One course (3 hours) selected from:
CLAS 101 Greek Civilization or HIST 231 Ancient Greece

One course (3 hours) selected from:
CLAS 102 Roman Civilization or HIST 232 Ancient Rome

Two courses (6 hours) at the 300-level selected from the approved list of Classics courses (See the Handbook for a complete list of courses).

3 hours in CLAS 401 Research Seminar in Classics

An additional 15 hours, in any combination, from the list of approved Classics courses (See the Handbook for a complete list of courses). If the student has completed the equivalent of 202 in Greek or Latin, elementary and intermediate courses in the other Classical language will count toward the major.