Requirements
Students study both Greek and Latin languages and literature. The total number of credits required for the major is 30, of which 24 are in languages. One of the languages must be taken through the advanced level (=6 semesters). Students complete their program by choosing from among the CLA courses (Greek Myth, Roman Myth, Greek Tragedy, Ancient Comedy) and courses in other departments in the history, philosophy, art and archaeology of the ancient world.
Secondary Education Certification in Latin is offered in cooperation with the Education Department. Students major in Secondary Education and complete a total of 30 credits in Classics, of which a minimum of 18 credits must be in Latin language at the 300 level or above. The balance is taken in Roman, history literature and art/archaeology.
To complete a Minor in Latin, students take a total of 18 credits of which 9 must be in the Latin language at the 300 level or above; the balance comes from Roman history, literature, or art. To complete a Minor in Greek, students take a total of 18 credits of which 9 must be in the Greek language at the 300 level or above; the balance comes from Roman history, literature, or art. The Classical Civilization Minor, also 18 credits, requires 6 credits in Latin or in Greek, and the balance in the history, literature, or art of the ancient world.
