Program Details
Classical Studies, Archaeology - Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of ArtsWilliam & Mary
The principal objectives of the Department of Classical Studies are two: To contribute broadly to the humanistic education of the undergraduate student through courses involving the reading of Greek and Latin literature in the original languages and through courses conducted in English in the area of Classical Civilization; To offer those students who wish it a specialized training in the Greek, Hebrew, and Latin languages or in Classical Civilization for vocational or professional purposes. In recent years, a large number of graduates have become teachers at the secondary level or have continued their study of the Classics in graduate school. Many others have used their undergraduate training as a basic educational background for various business occupations and professions. The department is affiliated with the American School of Classical Studies at Athens, the American Academy in Rome, and the Intercollegiate Center in Rome; many students take advantage of the benefits of their programs.
Program Overview & Guidance
| Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Considerations for Selecting Degree | Students of Classical Studies gain historical perspective, critical thinking, and communication skills. Language instruction in Ancient Greek and Latin can reveal deeper meanings of classic texts, and provides a basis for learning modern languages. Classical Civilization courses provide a solid background for understanding modern cultures. If you wish to major in the classics, we have several degree paths to choose from. We also offer a minor in Classical Studies. |
| Considerations When Selecting Courses |
Before you transfer: If you wish to major in Classical Civilization, you should plan to take any courses that are equivalent to the lower-level CLCV courses at W&M. If you wish to major in the Greek or Latin, it would be helpful if you have taken lower-level GREK or LATN courses. Once you are here, you should plan to take our core-sequence as early as possible. This means that you should select one course from CLCV 207 - Greek Civilization, CLCV 217 - Greek Archaeology and Art, CLCV 227 - History of Ancient Greece and one course from: CLCV 208 - Roman Civilization, CLCV 218 - Roman Archaeology and Art, CLCV 228 - History of Ancient Rome Credits. If you wish to major in the Greek or Latin tracks, you should additionally take 100-level Greek or Latin as early as possible if you haven’t done so already
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| Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | |
| Doing More With Your Degree | |
| Program Successes & Highlights | What can you do with a degree in Classical Studies? Honestly - what can't you do with a degree in Classical Studies? Our alumni have met with outstanding success both in in university and high-school teaching and in a wide variety of other professions: law, medicine, pharmacy, banking, architecture, business, museum work and library science. A classics degree opens many doors to future success. |
Program Credit Requirements
If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
- Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
- View the program requirements listed in the institution's catalog.
Applicable Admissions Agreements
The table below lists admissions agreements between William & Mary and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.
You can view the full text of these Agreements in the Resource Center
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
| Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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| Associate Transfer Degree Completion | If you are applying to W&M as a true transfer student, meaning you have graduated from high school AND have at least one full time semester in college SINCE your high school graduation, AND you have earned an Associates of Arts, Associate of Sciences, or Associate of Arts and Sciences degree in a baccalaureate-oriented program from the Virginia Community College System or Richard Bland College you are granted junior academic status (you'll get at least 54 transfer credits). You will also have some of our general education requirements met via your Associates degree. An associate's degree in General Studies is not considered a baccalaureate-oriented program, unless approved as such by the State Council on Higher Education for Virginia. Students transferring (not new freshmen) who have earned an Associates degree after their High School graduation date, with an Associate of Arts, Associate of Sciences, or Associate of Arts and Sciences degree in a baccalaureate-oriented program from the Virginia Community College System or Richard Bland College are granted junior academic status (defined as at least 54 credits). An associate's degree in General Studies is not considered a baccalaureate-oriented program, unless approved as such by the State Council on Higher Education for Virginia. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Students entering as new freshmen, who have earned an Associates degree concurrent with their High School graduation date, will NOT have the same guarantees as a Transfer student who has earned an Associates degree post their High School graduation date. |
| Credit for Prior Learning | William & Mary does accept as transfer credit, credit for prior learning. Please check out this webpage to view the places where we do award transfer credit. https://www.wm.edu/offices/registrar/studentsandalumni/transfercredit/apib/index.php |
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College Level Information
| College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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| Is This College Right For Me? | Answer these questions to help you decide if William & Mary is right for you! Do you want to go to school in a small-ish town, but has easily accessible larger cities nearby (like Washington DC, Richmond, Norfolk, and Virginia Beach)? Do you want to conduct research with a factulty member as an undergraduate? Do you want to have (mostly) small class sizes? Do you want to take part in service activities? Do you want to have fun, like take part in the "Seventh Grade Comedy Club", or participate in club sports and organizations? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then William & Mary might be right for you. Our students work hard and play hard. Be sure to dig deep into our web page to find out more about all there is to learn and do at W&M! |
| Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance. Https://catalog.wm.edu |
| First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance. |
| Applying for Guaranteed Admissions | https://www.wm.edu/admission/undergraduateadmission/how-to-apply/transfers/vccs_students/index.php |
Where Can This Degree Transfer
| Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
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| Hollins University | BA in Classical Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| Virginia Wesleyan University | Bachelor of Arts in Classical Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| University of Mary Washington | BA in Clas: Clas Archaeology | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| University of Mary Washington | BA in Classics: Latin | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| University of Mary Washington | BA in Clas: Clas Civilization | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
| University of Mary Washington | BA in Clas: Ancient Med St. | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies
Cost To Complete