Post-Baccalaureate Program
The post-baccalaureate program in Classics at Georgetown University is designed to provide college graduates with the opportunity to improve their knowledge of Ancient Greek and Latin. Students who wish to participate are expected to have begun the study of at least one of the ancient languages before their arrival.
Students who have completed the post-bac program at Georgetown have been accepted into graduate programs in Classics at institutions such as Brown, the University of Chicago, Florida State University, the University of Georgia, Princeton, Stanford, Texas, Tulane, the University of Virginia and Washington University.
Curriculum
The Department of Classics offers courses in both ancient languages at all levels, and can accommodate the needs of students with varied backgrounds and preparation in Classics. Latin and Greek are taught at all levels throughout the year. click on "Courses" above for detailed information.
Students will normally take one course in each language, though the program is designed to be flexible and to accommodate the needs and interests of the individual student. Students who have had previous training in both languages often enroll for one year, but, depending upon interests, those who have not had both langauges prior to enrolling often stay in the program for two years.
Application
Prospective students must submit the following materials in a single envelope:
1) a brief letter describing prior experience with Latin and Ancient Greek, and explaining the role the applicant hopes this program will play in his or her professional development
2) a resume including current contact information
3) an official college transcript
4) two letters from instructors familiar with the applicant's academic work; letters that address the student's experience with the ancient languages are most helpful. These should be sealed separately in envelopes with the recommender's signature across the back seal.
5) Georgetown University's Special Student application form,which can be found at the following website, http://uadmissions.georgetown.edu/applying_special_forms.cfm. Accompained by a check for the application fee of $65.00, payable to Georgetown University. Please note that it will not be necessary to fill in the essay on the final page of the application form.
Students who are admitted to the program will receive a letter of acceptence, and will be asked to make a non-refundable deposit of $250.00. Admissions is rolling, but for best consideration applications should reach the Department of Classics by April 15th (Fall semester).
Application materials should be sent to:
Department of Classics
Attn: Post-Baccalaureate Admissions
Georgetown University
317 Healy Hall
Washington, DC 20057
International students should contact the Office of International Students http://oip.georgetown.edu/ about any questions concerning visas and other immigration requirements.
Costs
For 2008-2009, the cost of the program is $2602 per semester ($5204 for the academic year). Participation in the program entitles students to take two courses in the Classics department per semester. Additional courses in the department may be taken for an additional per-credit charge ($719/credit for 2007-8). Georgetown University does not offer financial aid for this program.
For further information contact:
Professor Alexander Sens
sensa@georgetown.edu
202-687-7634