The student is also expected to demonstrate a reading knowledge of French, German, or Italian. It consists of three hours of translation and three hours of general knowledge questions in Greek or Roman history, literature, and philosophy. Students may take the M.A. examination after completing 30 credits of graduate work. Reading lists for special fields and authors can be worked out with the graduate adviser. The Ph.D. candidate is expected to complete at least 48 credits of course work beyond the bachelor's degree and to demonstrate a reading knowledge of German and either French or Italian.
Course work includes Greek or Latin composition.
This requirement may be waived upon successful completion of an equivalent examination. The master of Philosophy degree is available to doctoral candidates. As a member of the Research Libraries Group, Rutgers offers students ready access to the collections of many other distinguished research libraries nationwide. In addition to library facilities, a variety of ongoing scholarly activities enrich advanced study in classics at Rutgers. Financial Aid Rutgers offers a variety of assistantships, fellowships, and scholarships to qualified students with strong records of academic achievement and scholarly promise.