The undergraduate minor in Ancient Civilization requires a minimum of 15 s.h., at least 12 s.h. of which must be in advanced courses taken at the University of Iowa. All CLSA courses numbered 3000 or above, as well as all courses in Greek numbered CLSG:2001 or above and all courses in Latin numbered CLSL:2001 or above are considered advanced for the minor. Students must maintain a g.p.a. of at least 2.00 in all courses for the minor and in all UI courses for the minor. Coursework in the minor may not be taken pass/nonpass.

A maximum of 6 s.h. of work for another University of Iowa major, minor, or certificate and up to 3 s.h. of lower-level transfer credit may be counted toward the minor.

Department of Classics courses with the prefix CLSA, CLSG, and CLSL count toward the minor. Appropriate courses in art, religion, history, and philosophy may be counted toward the minor, if approved by the undergraduate advisor. Students who have taken high school Greek or Latin should consult the advisor.

Listed below are the general categories of coursework required to earn the degree; for more specific information on courses, curriculum, and requirements of the minor in ancient civilization, visit the UI General Catalog.

Coursework Requirements
Title Hours
Advanced Classic courses numbered 3000 or above 12
One additional relevant course in art history, anthropology, religious studies, history, or philosophy 3
Total Hours 15