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Latin - M.A.

Latin - M.A.

The Master of Arts degree in Latin provides advanced coursework in Latin literature and the history and culture of the Roman civilization.

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Master's in Latin

91²Ö¿â's Master of Arts in Latin offers students an advanced study of the Latin language and its literary, historical, and cultural contexts. The program emphasizes proficiency in reading and interpreting classical texts, alongside in-depth exploration of Roman literature, philosophy, and the influence of Latin on contemporary languages and cultures. With a focus on critical analysis and scholarly research, the M.A. in Latin prepares graduates for careers in education, archaeology, historical research, and related fields, as well as for further academic pursuits in classics and humanities. Students develop a nuanced understanding of the Latin heritage, equipping them to contribute meaningfully to discussions in various scholarly and professional arenas.

Program Information for Latin - M.A.

Program Description

Full Description

The Master of Arts degree in Latin provides advanced coursework in Latin literature and the history and culture of the Roman civilization.

The Latin major comprises the following concentrations:

  • The Applied Linguistics and Pedagogy concentration is designed for students already certified to teach Latin and classics in elementary and secondary schools and who wish to increase their language proficiency and effectiveness as teachers.
  • The Literature concentration is designed for those who anticipate continuing their studies beyond the master's degree level, who plan to teach Latin and classics at the college or post-secondary level, and who wish to pursue scholarly research in classical studies.
Admissions for Latin - M.A.

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Goal statement
  • Research paper or essay in English (5-10 pages), which should be accompanied by a signed declaration that the sample is original work and that the applicant received no help in its preparation
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions to waive) by earning one of the following:1
    • Minimum 79 TOEFL iBT score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 58 PTE score
    • Minimum 110 DET score
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International applicants who do not meet the above test scores may be considered for conditional admission.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Priority deadline: January 1
      Applications submitted by this deadline will receive the strongest consideration for admission.
  • Spring Semester
    • Rolling admissions
Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Applied Linguistics and Pedagogy concentration will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate skills in the analysis of Latin literature.
  2. Read Latin proficiently and demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, history and culture of Roman civilization.
  3. Demonstrate theoretical knowledge of second language acquisition and linguistics.
  4. Demonstrate theoretical knowledge and applied skills in the teaching and assessment of outcomes for second language learners.

Graduates of the Literature concentration will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate skills in Latin composition, Latin comprehension, the analysis of Latin literature and understanding of the Roman cultural context within which Latin literature was produced.
  2. Read Latin proficiently and demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, history and culture of Roman civilization.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to distinguish between ancient and modern cultural values, recognize historical biases and use primary source materials to better understand the culture of ancient Rome.
Coursework

Program Requirements

Major Requirements

Major Requirements
CLAS 51006ROMAN HISTORY 3
CLAS 51402ROMAN ARCHAEOLOGY AND ART 3
LAT 61001RESEARCH AND WRITING 3
LAT 66211ADVANCED PROSE COMPOSITION 3
Major Electives, choose from the following:6
CLAS 61404
ANCIENT CHRISTIANITIES
CLAS 66398
RESEARCH
LAT 61214
LATIN EPIGRAPHY
LAT 66391
SEMINAR IN CLASSICAL LITERATURE
Other approved 60000-level courses, including MCLS courses
Concentrations
Choose from the following:18
Minimum Total Credit Hours:36

Applied Linguistics and Pedagogy Concentration

Concentration Requirements
MCLS 60622TEACHING LITERATURE AND CULTURE 3
MCLS 60661THEORIES IN SECOND LANGUAGE ACQUISITION 3
MCLS 60663SECOND LANGUAGE CURRICULUM AND ASSESSMENT 3
MCLS 63049SECOND LANGUAGE RESEARCH METHODS 3
Second Language Pedagogy Electives6
Minimum Total Credit Hours:18

Literature Concentration

Concentration Requirements
LAT 66199THESIS I 6
or LAT 66398 RESEARCH
Latin Language and Literature Electives 112
Minimum Total Credit Hours:18
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Any Latin (LAT) course

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Major GPA Minimum Overall GPA
- 3.000
  • Students in the Applied Linguistics and Pedagogy concentration must successfully complete a final project, a portfolio or a comprehensive examination. In addition, students must complete an exit oral interview and an exit essay examination.
  • Students in the Literature concentration must successfully complete a thesis or final project. Students are encouraged to enroll (with departmental permission) in study-abroad programs (maximum 6 credit hours) and in specialized workshops in advanced language or pedagogy (maximum 4 credit hours).
  • No more than one-half of a graduate student’s coursework may be taken in 50000-level courses.
  • Grades below C are not counted toward completion of requirements for the degree.
Program Delivery
  • Delivery:
    • Fully online (Literature concentration only)
    • Mostly online
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus (Applied Linguistics and Pedagogy concentration only - hybrid online/on-ground)

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Examples of Possible Careers and Salaries for Latin - M.A.

Graduates of 91²Ö¿â’s M.A. in Latin are well-prepared for advanced careers in education, research, and classical studies. The program’s rigorous curriculum emphasizes advanced Latin language proficiency, literary analysis, and the historical context of ancient texts, equipping students to engage critically with classical literature and culture. Graduates often pursue roles as educators, scholars, and researchers, contributing to fields such as academia, translation, and cultural preservation.

Curators

12.6%

much faster than the average

14,500

number of jobs

$56,990

potential earnings

Clergy

4.0%

about as fast as the average

243,900

number of jobs

$51,940

potential earnings

Curators

12.6%

much faster than the average

14,500

number of jobs

$56,990

potential earnings

Foreign language and literature teachers, postsecondary

5.7%

faster than the average

30,600

number of jobs

$69,920

potential earnings

Secondary school teachers, except special and career/technical education

3.8%

about as fast as the average

1,050,800

number of jobs

$62,870

potential earnings

Additional Careers
  • Attorney
  • Entrepreneur
  • Judicial
  • Politician
  • Translator
Notice: Career Information Source
* Source of occupation titles and labor data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics' . Data comprises projected percent change in employment over the next 10 years; nation-wide employment numbers; and the yearly median wage at which half of the workers in the occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less.

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