Bachelor of Arts - Classical Studies
- 4 years
- Duration
- 49,450 USD
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Bachelor
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Madison / USA
- Location
- Drew University
- School
Program description
Classical studies, encompassing the examination of ancient Greek and Roman cultures and their enduring influence, constitutes the cornerstone of a liberal arts curriculum. Numerous students consider it a suitable combination for a double major, aligning with philosophy, art history, English, religion, theater arts, and even biology. The study of classics provides a robust basis for students aspiring to enter graduate or law school, or to pursue fields such as teaching, political science, civil engineering, or theater arts, all rooted in ancient concepts.
Program structure
I. Prerequisites (Do not count towards Major)
- Elementary Latin
II. Intermediate or Upper-Level Greek or Latin
III. Electives (Seven courses, at least one of which must be upper-level)
- Introduction to Ancient Greece and Rome
- Classical Mythology
- History of Ancient Greece
- History of Ancient Rome
- Archaeology of Greece and Rome
- Classical Literature in Translation
- Classical Civilization: Selected Topics
- Society and Family in Ancient Greece and Rome
- Law and Trials in Ancient Society
- Independent Study in Classics
- Greek and Roman Religions
- Foundations of the European Intellectual Tradition
- Archaeological Field Study
- Roman Poetry
- Roman Prose
- Vergil
- Survey of Art: Ancient and Medieval
- Greek and Roman Art
- Utopia and Dystopia
- Classical Antiquity
- Introduction to Ethics
- History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy
IV. Writing in the Major Seminar
- Current Controversies in Classics
V. Capstone
- Research Project in Classics
Note: This requirement is waived for those writing an Honors thesis
Price
Tuition fee: 49,450 USD
Requirements for applicants
Academic entry requirements
- Secondary or high school diploma
- Additional materials may also be required
- Minimum GPA equivalent: 3.0
English language requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 80 (18 in all subscores)
- IELTS: 6.5 (6.0 in all subscores)
- Duolingo: 105
- Academic English: Level 6
- PTEA: 53
About the university
Drew University was founded in 1867 and celebrated its sesquicentennial in 2017. The university consists of three schools: the College of Liberal Arts, the Theological School and the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies. Drew is situated on a lovely, forested campus in Madison, New Jersey, a flourishing little town near New York City.
Drew's one-of-a-kind, cutting-edge path to an undergraduate degree, Launch platform, guarantees that every student graduates with a purpose, sought-after transferable skills, a mentor network, and an experience-based résumé. Drew's distinctive, immersive learning experiences include professionally-mentored scientific research in RISE and DSSI, volunteer and community-based opportunities through the Center for Civic Engagement, making industry connections over seven semesters in New York City, and exploring the world through eye-opening international study abroad trips.
Drew University's two graduate schools provide ten master's and four doctorate degrees. There are several certificate programs available. All programs are built on Drew's well-known dedication to faculty-student mentoring, chances for out-of-classroom experiential learning, and fostering a strong intellectual and global community, with many programs available in hybrid or totally online formats.
