10 Bachelor's degrees offered by the university

The Greek from Mount Holyoke College complements well the study of philosophy, religion, politics, English, ancient art history, and archaeology, and in some cases Greek is necessary for advanced study in these areas. 

The German Studies Major is offered by Mount Holyoke College. Through exploration of the rich and complicated history of German-speaking cultures from a global perspective, we offer a program that promotes an understanding of the connections between language and its larger cultural contexts worldwide.

The major program in Romance Languages and Cultures from Mount Holyoke College is designed to assure fluency in at least two Romance languages, as well as knowledge of the literatures and cultures they represent. 

To major in Religion at Mount Holyoke College is to ask questions about the many ways women and men have sought to make sense of their lives.

A Bachelor in Philosophy at Mount Holyoke College will provide a broad understanding of the background of both historical and contemporary philosophical thought, with the tools for critical reasoning necessary for philosophical inquiry, with a good understanding of some important philosophical themes.

The Bachelor in English at Mount Holyoke College offer students an opportunity to study texts and writers from the many cultural traditions that have shaped, and been shaped by, the English language.

While the study of Latin is a foundation stone of the discipline of classics, the Latin from Mount Holyoke College, is also excellent preparation for advanced study in English, religion, philosophy, and history. There are also many opportunities for teaching Latin at the middle and high school levels (see below on Teaching Licensure).

Study ancient Greek and Latin as well as the literature, history, and culture of the ancient Greek and Romans throughout the Mediterranean world from about the eighth century BCE to the fifth century of our own era (c. 476 CE) on this Classics program at Mount Holyoke College.

The French Major is offered by Mount Holyoke College. Develop a broad and varied acquaintance with French and Francophone cultures and literature.

History from Mount Holyoke College curriculum serves to further the College’s learning goals through an emphasis on critical analysis, methodological training in the discipline of history, strong writing and communication skills, independent research, and critical self-assessment and reflection.