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College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
CompareClassics is the study of languages, culture, history, and thought of the civilizations of ancient Greece and Rome. Through this major, you will develop strong analytical and communication skills. The major also has an option for teaching if you would like to teach Latin. As a Classics student, you’ll study:
You can choose from two concentrations:
89% employed or continuing education
42% employed after graduation
47% attending graduate school
$59,214 average starting annual income
Sample employer destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (4), Elmwood Park High School (2), Epic Systems (2) View All
Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Illinois Chicago, University of Chicago View All
4.0 years to degree
95% first-year retention rate
78% four-year graduation rate
89% six-year graduation rate
Tuition has not yet been determined for this program.