Program Overview
The Classics at University of Colorado at Boulder is a MA programme in Humanities over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Classics programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 4,587 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,704 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Boulder, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Classics programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
- Master of Arts in Classics, with concentration in Greek or Latin. Students who elect this track will pursue intensive training in Greek or Latin language and literature, often with the goal of advancing to further study in Classics at the Ph.D. level.
- Master of Arts in Classics, with concentration in Classical Art & Archaeology. This track offers comprehensive and rigorous training in the art, architecture, and archaeology of the ancient and classical worlds, often with the goal of advancing to further study in Classical Art and Archaeology at the Ph.D. level.
- Master of Arts in Classics, with concentration in Classical Antiquity. This track allows the greatest range of choice in coursework and exams. While accommodating as much study of Greek, Latin, and classical art and archaeology as the candidate desires, it allows specialization in ancient history, religion, or philosophy, or a more interdisciplinary approach incorporating, for example, Museum Studies or Anthropology.
- Master of Arts in Classics, with concentration in Teaching of Latin. This track is recommended for students wishing to pursue a career in teaching. Classes in the program may be taken concurrently with classes in the School of Education. To learn more about certification, talk to the Graduate Advisor and the Latin Program Coordinator.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.75 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
You need the following GMAT score:
The GMAT is specifically designed for admission to business or management schools, and is meant to test how prepared you are for a business degree programme
- Hold a baccalaureate degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university.
- Have an undergraduate GPA of at least 2.75.
- Submit three letters of recommendation.
- Submit a writing sample as well as a statement of purpose with their applications.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 4,587 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,704 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 4,587 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,704 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Colorado at Boulder directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Colorado at Boulder
University of Colorado at Boulder
Boulder, United States
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months