1. Pennsylvania State University University Park
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  4. BA Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies

BA Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Pennsylvania State University University Park

Program Overview

Classics and Ancient Mediterranean Studies is concerned with the civilizations of the ancient Mediterranean world, including the ancient Greeks, Romans, and the peoples of Egypt and the Near East. The study of these civilizations includes their languages and literatures, history and politics, religion and mythologies, philosophies, and material culture. All students in the major are particularly encouraged to participate in one of the Penn State Education Abroad Programs and/or archaeological field schools in the Mediterranean area. Approved archaeological fieldwork is required for the AMA Option. Up to 15 credits of appropriate education abroad courses may be applied to requirements for the major.

Program Key Stats

$20644
$41790
$43290
$75
EA, ED1
Rolling


54%
No
No

Eligibility Criteria

AAA - A*A*A
3.3 - 3.6
40 - 42
90 - 95

1150 - 1350
31 - 32
6.5
90
Optional
No

Additional Information & Requirements

Application Final examination scores of Central Board of Secondary Examination (CBSE), Council for Indian School Certificate (CISCE), or other examining board Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR) Official transcripts GPA score of 3.65 out of 4.0 scale. TOEFL iBT: 80 OR IELTS 6.5 overall. ACT / SAT (optional)

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