BA Classics at University of Colorado Boulder

Programme overview

The bachelor’s degree in classics is tailored to the student’s interests in the field. Major programs can be arranged with a concentration in (a) Latin and/or Greek Language and Literature, or (b) Classical Studies more broadly, while the minor is exceptionally flexible. Classics students are encouraged to talk with the faculty for guidance on what classics courses to take in order to support their interests best.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Classics | Location: Boulder, CO, United States

What you will study

Sample listed courses: ARTH 4929 Special Topics in Art History (when taught in conjunction with ARTH 4939 as part of an Art Museums Internships course); ARTH 4939 Art Museum Internship; PHIL 3000 History of Ancient Philosophy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

In order to gain admission by application in the second semester of the sophomore year to the BAM program named above, a student must meet the following criteria: Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Have completed a minimum of 60 credit hours of coursework. If a transfer student, have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours at CU Boulder. The Department of Classics requires additional materials to evaluate the applicant's suitability for the program, including having earned a grade of B or higher in Latin and/or Greek courses at the 3000-level or above, transcript(s) and a list of three Classics professors who can attest to the applicant's abilities, as well as meetings with the Associate Chairs of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

First-year applicants may enter in fall, spring or summer: the early action deadline of 15 November and regular decision deadline of 15 January apply to fall and summer entry; the spring deadline is 1 October. Transfer applicants may enter in spring (deadline 1 October), summer (15 March) or fall (final deadline 1 June).

SAT and ACT scores are not required for first-year applicants; scores may be self-reported if the applicant wants them considered.

First-year deadlines: spring 1 October; fall and summer early action 15 November; fall and summer regular decision 15 January. Applications are made through the Common Application. The application fee is $65 for domestic applicants and $70 for international applicants; fee waivers can be requested on the Common Application.

Transfer deadlines: spring 1 October; summer and fall early notification 15 March; fall final deadline 1 June. The 2027 transfer application is open.

Apply through the official page: https://www.colorado.edu/admissions

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