Doctor of Philosophy in Classical Studies

The Ph.D. program in classical studies is a traditional course of study in Greek and Latin language and literature that prepares students for careers in research and teaching at colleges and universities. Students awarded a TA position receive a stipend plus a full tuition waiver. The University also offers competitive fellowships. The department routinely provides research fellowships for its Ph.D. candidates. Department awards are also available for study abroad opportunities. Students are expected to become Florida residents after one year.

To the Ph.D. program (Level II):a) M.A. in Classics or the equivalent.b) A GPA of at least 3.25 in previous graduate work, and an undergraduate average as in c) 3 above.c) Demonstrated reading knowledge of German, French, Italian or Modern Greek (competency in the second language to be demonstrated before the completion of the second year at Level II).d) Deficiencies that can be corrected within one year will not necessarily prevent admission, if the applicant’s record gives evidence of the capacity to undertake and complete guided independent reading and research at the doctoral level.