Overview

On the Classics programme offered by Saint Olaf College learning classical languages is not only fun and exciting; it also improves students’ verbal and analytical skills and gives them tools for studying the past and evaluating the present.

Key Facts

Courses in ancient and medieval literature, history, philosophy, religion, political science, fine arts, and archaeology offer fascinating ways to explore the humanities, both on campus and abroad.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Greek and Roman Myth

The Many Faces of Homer

Dawn of Democracy

Ancient Comedy: A Funny Thing Happened

Classics and Race

Gender and Sexuality in the Ancient World

The World of the Ancient Greeks

The World of the Ancient Romans

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

More details

Early Decision I: November 1

Early Decision II: January 15

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Northfield, 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.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

The Common Application or Coalition Application

TOEFL (minimum score 90), Academic IELTS (minimum band 6.5), or Duolingo (minimum score of 120). This requirement will be waived automatically if English is your first language and/or your primary language of instruction.

Optional: SAT or ACT scores. If you submit either of these test scores, we will accept self-reported test scores. Should you choose to enroll at St. Olaf, you will need to provide official test score reports from College Board, ACT, or on your official high school transcript.

One teacher evaluation from an academic subject area.

Secondary school transcripts or reports with progress grades (the last 3-4 years of schooling)

Official college/university transcripts

Official external examination results and/or diploma

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Tuition Fee

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International

59760 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 59760 USD per year during 48 months.
National

59760 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 59760 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

59760 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 59760 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Northfield

900 - 1400 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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