The study of the ancient and medieval pasts is inherently interdisciplinary, embracing languages, literature, history, and material culture. Our students are highly trained in critical thinking, argumentation, research, and writing. These skills are valued by a wide variety of professions--but because there are so many possible pathways, our students also benefit greatly from considering career options early, talking with advisors about them frequently, and trying out different possibilities through coursework, summer activities, and internships.
Some students who graduate from our department stay in the field, but a significant number also choose careers outside of classics, successfully entering such areas as law, business, IT, and government. We enthusiastically support our students no matter where their goals may take them.
Some career pathways in the field
I want to...-
Go to graduate school for a Ph.D.
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Become an archaeologist.
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Teach in a high school.
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Become a librarian.
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Pursue a career in publishing.
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Work in a museum.
- American Alliance of Museums Directory of Museum Studies Programs
- American Alliance of Museums Careers and job search site
- American Institute for Conservation on becoming a conservator
- Society of American Archivists: "So You Want to be an Archivist"
- Current job openings at the Smithsonian (for exploration and reference)
Looking ahead
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Classics graduate programs
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Finding a position in academia
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Scholarships and fellowships
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Professional and other graduate school tests
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Creating important documents (resources from Catholic University)
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Letters of recommendation