The master’s degree program in Latin is intended for students who wish to teach Latin language, literature, and Roman history at the high school level. It is also intended for those who wish to transfer to another institution for PhD work.

Learning Outcomes

Students are expected to demonstrate:

• understanding of advanced Latin vocabulary and grammar;
• broad knowledge of ancient Latin literature;
• comprehension of ancient Roman and Italian history, material culture, and cultural cohesion, differentiation, and development over time; and
• application of a knowledge of Latin language and Roman culture to modern educational and civic issues.

The Master of Arts program in Latin requires a minimum of 30 s.h. in courses numbered 3000 or above. Students may count a maximum of 12 s.h. earned in courses numbered 3000–4999 toward the degree. Students must maintain a UI cumulative grade-point average of at least 3.00 to earn the degree.

Students must pass a sight examination in Latin and an examination on Roman literature and history.

Courses taken to complete the Postbaccalaureate Certificate in Classics do not count toward the degree.

Graduate education prepares students with advanced knowledge and skills in specialized fields. At the University of Iowa, the Graduate College advocates for student-centered graduate education and supports equitable application of rules and policies across graduate programs.

Academics

University of Iowa graduate credentials are regulated by policies and requirements found in the Graduate College Manual of Rules and Regulations. This includes minimum grade-point average (GPA) requirements for academic standing and degree conferral. The Graduate College sets the minimum requirement. Individual graduate programs may establish higher GPA requirements.

Admissions

Graduate student applicants must meet admission requirements for both the Graduate College and the program to which they have applied. University of Iowa graduate admission requirements are published by the Graduate College and on the Graduate Admissions website.

Financial Support

Graduate students might be eligible for financial support. Several contingencies apply, including degree program and award type, satisfactory progress toward degree, satisfactory completion of all duties related to an appointment, and availability of funding. Graduate students should inquire directly with their program for more information about funding availability. The Graduate Student Employment Standards govern the employment relationship between the University of Iowa and all graduate teaching and research assistants in all matters except wages, which are covered by an existing collective bargaining agreement or the conditions of an applicable federal grant.

Applicants must meet the admission requirements of the Graduate College; see the Manual of Rules and Regulations on the Graduate College website.

Sample Plan of Study

Sample plans represent one way to complete a program of study. Actual course selection and sequence will vary and should be discussed with an academic advisor. For additional sample plans, see MyUI.

Latin, MA

a

Students must complete specific requirements in the University of Iowa Graduate College after program admission. Refer to the Graduate College website and the Manual of Rules and Regulations for more information.

b

This requirement may also be satisfied by examination. A sight-reading examination in the major language must be taken before the final written comprehensive examination.

c

Choose from CLSA:6100, CLSL:6011, CLSL:6013, CLSL:6014.

d

Written comprehensive examination on Latin history and literature.