The Department of Classical Studies offers two majors:

Classical Languages (Greek and Latin). Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 courses, eight of which must be at the 100-level or above
• Knowledge of both Greek and Latin through the second year (through Lat 76 and Gr 76 or the equivalent)
• Eight courses in Greek and/or Latin, of which six must be at the 100-level or above
• Two courses in CLST, one of which will be the capstone course CLST 195S/196S.

Classical Civilization (Ancient History, Archaeology, Literature, and Culture). Requirements:

• Prerequisites: CLST 11S or 153, and CLST 12S or 154; or two Greek or Latin courses below the 100 level
• Eight classical studies courses at or above the 100 level, including CLST 195S/196S
• Courses must be in at least three of the following areas: history, art and archaeology, literature (in translation or in the original language at or above the 100-level), and philosophy.

For double majors in Classical Languages and Classical Civilization, no more than two courses may be counted toward both majors.

Graduation with Distinction. Majors may graduate with distinction. Eligible students must have a 3.5 GPA in the major at the time of application. Candidates will write a major research paper, as part of an honors research course, CLST 193 or 194. A committee of three faculty members will vote to award Distinction, High Distinction, or Highest Distinction (or none of these if the work is unsatisfactory) in recognition of the research project. Majors interested in applying should consult the Director of Undergraduate Studies Joshua Sosin by the spring of their junior year. Click here for full description.

THE MINOR

The Department of Classical Studies offers four minors:

• Greek: five courses in ancient Greek, at least three at or above the 100-level
• Latin: five courses in Latin, at least three at or above the 100-level
• Classical Civilization: five courses in the Department of Classical Studies, at least three at or above the 100-level; courses must be in at least two areas: literature (in translation and/or in the original language at or above the 100-level), history, art and archaeology, or philosophy
• Classical Archaeology: five courses in ancient art and archaeology, at least three at or above the 100-level, and at least three in the Department of Classical Studies.

No courses used to fulfill the requirements of one minor may be used for another, or for the majors in Classical Languages or Classical Studies.

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For more information please feel free to contact the the Director of Undergraduate Studies Joshua Sosin.