MA Classical and Near Eastern Religions and Cultures at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

Classical and Near Eastern Religions and Cultures (CNRC) is an interdisciplinary department that brings together faculty and graduate students who might in other settings be dispersed among a wide range of programs. CNRC is dedicated to philological and literary training as well as the examination of material culture and the incorporation of theoretical models in the study of antiquity.

Faculty: College of Liberal Arts | Duration: 2 years / Plan A 30 credits; Plan B 30 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Classics, Greek, Latin, Religions in Antiquity, Thesis Credits.

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Entry requirements

Required admission materials include a statement of purpose, a personal statement about life experience; a writing sample; an ancient language survey form; and three letters of recommendation. Candidates typically are admitted in the fall semester, especially those receiving financial assistance. Minimum undergraduate GPA 3.5. Note: Applications for the Greek and Latin tracks are not currently being accepted. Classics track: Advanced level in classical Greek or Latin (& intermediate level in the other language) Religions in Antiquity: Advanced level in Greek, Latin or Hebrew (& intermediate level in Greek, Latin or Hebrew; and coursework in the study of religion

Duration: 2 years / Plan A 30 credits; Plan B 30 credits

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