BA in Classics & Religion

A major in classics and religion requires a minimum of twelve courses; six in classics and six in religion.

Classics requirements

  • CAS CL 101, CL 102, CL 221, or CL 222
  • CAS CL 216
  • four courses at or above the 200 level chosen, in consultation with an advisor, from the offerings under classical civilization and/or classical languages

Religion requirements

  • five courses at or above the 200 level chosen, in consultation with an advisor, from courses listed under the Department of Religion
  • CAS RN 200 Theoretical Approaches to the Study of Religion

A joint major in classics and religion is especially recommended for students with a particular interest in myth studies. While this major does not require work in Greek or Latin, second- and third-year classical language courses are counted toward this major. Students are encouraged to consider the study of a classical language and reminded that both Greek and Latin fulfill the CAS language requirement. Refer to the previous section on the CAS language requirement for classics majors. Students interested in a major in classics and religion must consult an advisor in both the Department of Classical Studies and the Department of Religion.