International Letters and Cultures (Classics) ,BA
Ancient Greek, Classics, Greek, Latin
Uncover the rich history, philosophy and artistic endeavors of the ancient Greeks and Romans, and gain expertise in their ancient languages. You'll acquire an in-depth understanding of the foundations of modern society that have inspired innovative leaders in the past and present.
The Bachelor of Arts program in international letters and cultures with a concentration in classics begins with two cores: language skills in ancient Greek or Latin (or, if the student chooses, both) and knowledge of ancient history.
Among the variety of topics students pursue are:
- ancient art and architecture
- ancient history, war, politics and economics
- archaeology of the ancient Mediterranean world
- literary classics such as those by Homer, Sophocles, Virgil and Ovid
- mythology and religious practices
- renowned philosophers and writers such as Plato, Aristotle and Lucretius
- use of the classics in film, books and other media
In addition to reviewing the guidelines in the Concurrent Program Options section below, students interested in pursuing concurrent or second baccalaureate degrees in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are advised to visit The College's website for more information and requirements.
- College/school:
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Location: Tempe
- Second language requirement: Yes
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First
required math course:
MAT 142 - College Mathematics
or any math course that meets the MATH designation - Math
intensity: General
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Program learning outcomes identify what a student will learn or be able to do upon completion of their program. This program has the following program outcomes:
- Translate ancient Greek or Latin texts, in both prepared and at-sight passages.
- Analyze features of genre and style in the text(s) or author(s) they read in their historical context(s).
- Construct or evaluate an argument using secondary theories to interpret primary sources.
Students can walk the same steps as some of the most famous thinkers, historians and poets in history. Studying classical civilizations helps renew many of the ideas, languages and societies that have shaped the modern day. Ancient civilizations are brought to life when students see the connections between the past and present.
Each of the more than 300 Global Education program options available, whether in a foreign country, in the U.S. or online, provides an opportunity for students to develop a valuable skill set that can give them an advantage in their career, as well as personal enrichment. Students build communication skills, are challenged to adapt and persevere, and are exposed to differences across the world, and they increase their ability to work with diverse groups of people.
Graduates with a degree in the classics have skills in research and the precise use and analysis of language. The transdisciplinary study of a culture that is very different from that of the modern world yet lies at the root of it also fosters the ability to view issues from many angles and to think critically about them.
As many employers are well aware, a classics graduate has the training to solve difficult puzzles, see through obscure language and conduct rigorous research on often ill-defined problems. These skills are prized in any field of endeavor. Classics graduates often find careers in:
- business
- Christian ministry
- education
- film, television and multimedia
- law
- politics
- writing and editing (fiction, journalism, technical writing)
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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3.1%
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$64,540
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1.5%
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$86,280
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2.2%
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$151,030
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7.5%
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$135,740
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5.0%
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$64,030
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6.6%
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$128,020
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4.5%
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$98,590
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4.3%
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$53,640
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1.4%
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$76,030
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School of International Letters and Cultures
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DH 131
silcadvising@asu.edu
480-965-6281
3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
