Washington, D.C.,
DC,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Latin in Washington D.C., DC United States | The Catholic University of America
The Catholic University of America
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Washington D.C., DC United States
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Qualification
Master's Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2026)
USD
26,100
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Arts program in Latin offers a comprehensive study of language, literature, and culture. It provides the necessary training for skilled, self-motivated readers and researchers in a wide variety of disciplines; it also polishes the language skills of future teachers to a high level so that they will always feel comfortable and confident in the classroom. Students who enter this program may elect the study of Greek to enrich their work, although this is not required.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
The M.A. program in Latin is a 30-credit-hour degree program.
Latin placement exam
- Taken upon entry into the program; used for placement purposes only
Courses (30 cr / 10 courses total)
- LAT 511, Latin Prose Composition (3 cr)
- LAT 655, Survey of Latin Literature (3 cr), taken in the second year or above
- 8 other approved courses (24 cr total)
Examinations
- Modern language examination in French or German
- M.A. comprehensive examinations in Latin (preceded by sight-translation exam)
Additional requirements
- Submission of 2 approved research papers
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Minimum Required Documents for Master's Degrees
- Online application (no application fee)*
- Official transcripts from previous colleges/universities
- Unofficial transcripts accepted for review
- English Proficiency Test
*Some master’s programs may require a fee and additional documents.
Recommended Documents for Master’s Degrees
- Copy of resume
- One letter of recommendation
- A professional goal statement
Tuition
USD
26,100
Catholic University offers comprehensive financial aid options that include need-based aid, scholarships, federal work-study, and other forms of financial assistance.
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