Overview

By inviting students with an interest in material studies to think together with those working on textual materials, we highlight the ways in which knowledge is generated, providing students with the tools to conduct independent research, both in the library and in the field. Our campus serves as a natural laboratory that lets us explore the lives of diverse populations and helps students construct a framework they can carry with them — to excavations in Italy or internships in law firms.

What is distinctive about studying archaeology and ancient studies at Sweet Briar?

It’s inherently interdisciplinary — perfect for students with wide-ranging interests and curiosity who want to explore the history of ancient societies and cultures.
This new Archaeology and Ancient Studies program from Sweet Briar College will start with “The Ancient Mediterranean Laboratory,” a course that teaches students to apply principles of design thinking — which they’ll learn through Sweet Briar’s integrated core curriculum — to explore the ways in which the ancient world can provide solutions to contemporary problems.
In addition to emphasizing connections between multiple disciplines that focus on the study of the ancient world, coursework in both the archaeology and the ancient studies tracks integrates elements from various disciplines, including environmental science, engineering,history, psychology and visual studies.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Classical Mythology

The Ancient World in 12 Objects

Domination: Strategies of and Responses to Imperialism in the Ancient World

Aggregates in Space: Cities and Urban Space in the Ancient Mediterranean

Disaster: Scale, Reach, and Interaction in the Ancient Mediterranean

The Ancient World, 8000 BC to 300 AD

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Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International

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Sweet Briar has rolling admission. All international applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials by June 1.

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sweet Briar, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Completed application. Sweet Briar will accept either the Common Application or online application.

Verified official scores from at least one of the following with an acceptable minimum score. Official scores must be submitted directly to the College.
A standardized test is optional. Sweet Briar accepts either the SAT or ACT. Official scores must be submitted directly to the College. Sweet Briar’s SAT and TOEFL code is 5634, and the ACT code is 4406.
Official copies of all high school transcripts (or equivalent) and college course transcripts (if applicable) in English. For advice on translating documentation, please contact the Admissions office at admissions@sbc.edu or call +1 (434)-381-6142.
Live interview utilizing Skype, Facetime, Zoom or similar technology.
Upon acceptance, College Board’s International Student Certification of Finances.

Tuition Fees

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26220 USD / year

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26220 USD / year

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26220 USD / year

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What is distinctive about studying archaeology and ancient studies at Sweet Briar?

Programme Structure

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Duration

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