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Program Description

There are two tracks for Classics Minors:

• Classics, which has a language requirement, and
• Classical Civilization, which does not.

Both tracks offer the opportunity to study the full breadth of classical studies, including Classical Literature, Ancient History, Ancient Philosophy, Classical Art and Archaeology. Given the variety of disciplines that Classics covers, we recommend students consider designing their course selections around whatever disciplinary concentration most interests them.

• The Minor in Classical Civilization consists of six coherent Classics courses, excluding 1000-level courses.
• The Minor in Classics consists of five coherent Classics courses, excluding 1000-level courses. It includes a language requirement: students have to attain proficiency in either Greek or Latin. (The term "proficiency" is used to indicate that the student has passed either LATIN 1205 or above or GREEK 2101 or above.)

Academic Standards

Grade Requirements

Each course must be completed with a grade of C- or better to count toward the minor. 

Minor Declaration Information

Students who complete the minor requirements will have their minor in Classical Civilization represented on their transcript.

Minor Requirements

The minor comprises of at least six courses at the 2000-level or above, of which at least two must be at the 3000-level or above. The courses are to be chosen from those offered as CLASS, LATIN or GREEK. (Courses in Modern Greek do not count towards either minor.)