Minor Requirements

The study of ancient Greek and Latin languages provides a point of entry into ancient and medieval worlds and has practical and professional benefits. It offers insight into English vocabulary and grammar, thus improving one's writing skills and logical thinking. Graduate programs in English and modern languages, for example, frequently require reading knowledge of either ancient Greek or Latin, and professional programs in law and medicine often favor applicants who have studied an ancient language.

Complete any six Latin courses (LTN).

Courses Taken Outside of Bates

No more than two one-credit College-level courses, completed at institutions in the United States or abroad, may be applied toward the minor. Students seeking to receive credits toward the minor for summer courses should obtain permission from the program chair before enrolling in such a course. Generally speaking, the program does not grant credit for online courses, including online language courses, to fulfill its requirements. If a student wishes to seek an exception to this rule, they should consult the program chair.

Students with backgrounds in ancient Latin may consult with faculty to determine their course level for enrollment. Those who have completed one year of College-level Latin at Bates or another institution should register for 200-level courses. All other students may register for 300-level courses. Advanced Placement examination scores of four or five in Latin may be used toward the College's graduation requirements and to help place students in Latin courses, but may not count toward the major, minor, or General Education Concentration requirements. All 200- and 300-level courses in Latin focus on developing reading comprehension and exploring the historical context of the texts studied. Students meet collectively and divide into smaller groups to accommodate their individual needs.

Pass/Fail

Pass/Fail grading may not be elected for courses applied toward the minor.

Restricted Declarations

Bates Default: Students who have declared this major/minor may declare any other major, minor, or general education concentration (GEC).

Other Considerations

Only one course completed in the Latin minor may count towards the CMS major.