Bachelor of Arts in Classics

The Classics major at the University of Georgia provides students with an opportunity to pursue studies in Greek and Roman literature, history, archaeology, art, philosophy, and religion without concentrating on the ancient languagesalthough some study in Latin and/or Greek is strongly encouraged.

An Archaeology Concentration is available and provides students with an opportunity to study the archaeology, languages, art, and history of the Greeks and Romans while also offering archaeological field experience on a classical site.

Career opportunities for graduates include teaching at the secondary level, non-teaching academic positions, museum work, library work, editorial work, positions in the travel and tourist industry, and government positions in foreign service. The major also prepares students to enter graduate school in classics, comparative literature, linguistics, history, and other fields for university teaching positions. Other opportunities include careers in law, journalism, and business.

To apply to the University of Georgia, you will need to provide: Transcript from your graduating high school, SAT/ACT scores, Secondary School Report/Counselor Recommendation, Teacher/Other Letter of Recommendation. For first-year admission, UGA requires that an applicant submit an official score report for either the ACT or SAT. Scores must be submitted electronically by the respective testing agency. UGA will not accept scores that appear on your high school transcript, nor will we consider paper reports. All first-year applicants should submit a School/Counselor Evaluation Letter, as well an optional academic Letter of Recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor. The only minimum requirements to UGA are set forth by the Board of Regents (BOR) for the state of Georgia, and they are as follows: SAT minimum requirements for research universities-SAT CR: 430, SAT M: 400 or ACT E: 17, ACT M: 17. If a student takes the SAT or ACT more than once, we will consider the best scores we receive for each section on either exam. Meet English Proficiency Requirements: TOEFL 80 or IELTS 6.5