Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Classics

The Department of Classics has on file a detailed description on the regulations for the PhD degree. All students should obtain a copy from the departmental office.The Classics PhD degree consists essentially ofwork in the advanced seminars of the department in the candidates main field (the number and extent to be determined by the Supervisory Committee in consultation with the candidate)work in the seminars of the department in the minor field (the number and extent to be determined by the Supervisory Committee in consultation with the candidate) anda substantial and original thesis of value in the judgment of the department.

Applicants must haveFirst-class thesis Masters degree or its equivalentMinimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (B average) in the last 60 credit hours of studyDegree granted by university of recognized standingMost candidates for admission to a doctoral program possess a Master's Degree. Direct entry to some programs is possible for those with exceptional academic standingThe application deadline for September admission is Apr 01 January admission is August 31.