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The Ancient History major organizes a program of study covering the complete ancient history of the Near East and Mediterranean region. This degree shows the student has undertaken extensive examination of early civilizations and developed proficiency in various historical research approaches. While rooted in Greek and Roman studies, the program motivates students to investigate Mediterranean cultures more widely, incorporating Near and Middle Eastern societies. It utilizes courses from multiple departments and offers valuable opportunities for cross-cultural analysis.
International applicant should have completed a program of secondary education that would enable you to enter a university in your own country (e.g., A-levels, Abitur).
A strong command of the English language is necessary for successful study at Penn. Applicants whose families do not speak English at home, or applicants who have not attended a high school or secondary school where the primary language of instruction is English, are asked to take the TOEFL, the Test of English as a Foreign Language, administered by the Educational Testing Service. In the event the TOEFL is not readily accessible, Penn will accept results from the IELTS, the International English Language Testing System.