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The Classics and the Ancient Mediterranean World Concentration

About the Program

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A concentration in Classics and the Ancient Mediterranean World allows students to explore the cultures of Greece, Rome and Egypt in-depth, while providing an introduction to other ancient civilizations (including Assyria, Persia, and the Israelites).

Why Study Classics at Roanoke?

Make a connection. With coursework in ancient languages, history, philosophy, religion, archaeology, art and literature, the classics concentration easily connects to several majors offered by the college.

Follow your passion. Students can pursue many aspects of ancient civilizations, from upper-level independent studies in Greek or Latin to advanced courses in the history, material culture, religion and patterns of thought of the ancient world. 

Pursue excellence. Classics students have the opportunity to work one-on-one with an outstanding faculty at Roanoke, including one of few Egyptologists in the state.

Real-World Learning

In addition to expansive study abroad opportunities, Roanoke offers frequent travel courses to Israel, Turkey, Greece and Italy. 

Further, students may pursue in-depth research through independent studies, summer scholars and work-study research assistant programs. Roanoke's proximity to the Center for Hellenic Studies in Washington, D.C. can also provide convenient opportunities for competitive and prestigious undergraduate internships in D.C. and in Greece.

What's Next?

Studies in the classics prepare students with critical thinking and analytical skills that translate into strong results on GRE and LSAT exams. Classics students often find themselves well-placed in graduate or law school.

The study of classics and the ancient world also prepares students for careers that require problem-solving, research and communication skills, as well as an essential understanding of world culture.

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