General Information and Strategies

• Classics is an interdisciplinary major useful for cultivating verbal, written, and logical reasoning skills and for broadening one's world view.
• An undergraduate major is adequate for entry-level positions in fields such as communications, business, and government or community organizations.
• Develop a career goal and then gain the appropriate experiences, skills, and credentials to qualify for those types of positions.
• Seek experience in your interest area through internships, summer or part-time work, or volunteer positions.
• Develop excellent writing and research skills.
• Join organizations such as The American Classical League or The American Philological Association to establish a professional network.
• Study and/or travel abroad to contribute to your understanding of the field.
• Pursue graduate education in classics for increased opportunities. Plan to specialize in one area such as Latin and Greek, classical literature, classical archaeology or classical civilization.
• A classics major serves as good preparation for graduate study in other analytical subjects such as law, anthropology, history, or English and for research or practice in religion. Consider combining study in the classics with a major or minor in another discipline to maximize opportunities.
• Latin and Greek language training is particularly helpful for learning legal and medical terminology.
• Secure strong relationships and personal recommendations from professors, and become familiar with the specific entrance exam for graduate or professional schools.