Overview

Why choose this course?

Students of the Classical and Ancient Near Eastern Studies - Classics program from the University of Wisconsin Madison learn to conduct original research in such varied areas as gender studies, literary theory, translation studies, and classical reception under the guidance of established scholars in these areas.

In addition to specified coursework, students participate in directed readings with individual faculty members in their areas of specialization and gain valuable professional experience teaching in courses on the languages, literature, and culture of the ancient world. Additional work may be done in allied fields such as archaeology, art history, linguistics, comparative literature, history, philosophy, and political science. Affiliated faculty in many of these fields regularly offer courses, supervise theses and dissertations, and participate in department activities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Classical Literature and Culture
Poetry
History
Oratory
General Greek or Latin Literature

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Madison, United States

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies History Classics View 536 other Masters in History in United States

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Academic requirements

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Assessments and Examinations:

Two ancient language examinations and one modern language examination (or equivalent).
Thesis is required for students continuing to PhD.

Language Requirements:

General Greek language/literature examination
General Latin language/literature examination
Modern language examination in German or French and Italian, or equivalent coursework (e.g., German, French, or Italian for reading knowledge)

For applicants to programs held in-person, admission may be granted with the following scores under certain circumstances and with program approval. However, to be admitted, an English assessment test (ESLAT) will be required upon arrival, and any recommended English as a Second Language (ESL) course must be completed successfully in the first semester. Below are the ranges in which an ESLAT will be required:

TOEFL internet (iBT): 80-91
Duolingo English Test: 115-124

Tuition Fees

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25732 USD / year

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Out-of-State

25732 USD / year

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In-State

12404 USD / year

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Additional Details

Minnesota Resident: $20,714 per year

Living costs

Madison

United States

1015 - 1752 USD / month

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Programme Structure

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