BA in Classics in College Station United States | Texas A&M University

The Bachelor of Arts in Classics provides students with comprehensive knowledge of Ancient Greek and Roman cultures, histories, literary works, and intellectual achievements spanning from the Bronze Age to the early Medieval period. Engaging with these civilizations' histories and texts cultivates advanced reading comprehension, writing proficiency, and analytical reasoning while revealing the origins of Western Civilization's core principles like rational thought and democratic governance.
The Classics program offers two specialized pathways: The Literature and Language concentration emphasizes classical philology in either Latin or Greek (while encouraging study of both), equipping students to interpret seminal works (including Homeric epics, historical accounts by Herodotus and Tacitus, and biblical texts) in their original forms. Alternatively, the Classical Civilization track examines Greco-Roman historical developments, belief systems, and archaeological artifacts without language prerequisites. A Classics degree demonstrates dedication to rigorous scholarship and serves as strong preparation for professional fields including legal practice, corporate leadership, advisory services, government work, and education. Students pursuing medical or financial careers will discover the Classics major readily complements prerequisite coursework for these disciplines.