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B.A. in Latin Louisiana State University, USA

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$4357 for 15 hours for Fall and Spring semester; $2178 for 15 hours for Summer semester

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Course summary

This program is an excellent preparation for a career in high school teaching or continuing study of the ancient world in graduate school. Moreover, a number of graduates have entered professional schools in medicine or law.

Program modules

Students majoring in Latin must complete a minimum of 31 hours of Latin courses, with at least six hours at or above the 3000 level. These courses include LATN 1001, 2051, 2053 and 2065. Credit for previous Latin study is regularly awarded through Spring Testing or through Credit Exams. In addition, at least one semester of ancient Greek must be completed. Students majoring in Latin are advised to take HIST 2001 and HIST 2002 or HIST 4001, 4003 and 4004. Courses in ancient art and philosophy are recommended.

Entry requirement for international students

Students must have completed 18 units of college-preparatory classes and achieved a minimum GPA of 3.0. In addition, they must have a minimum SAT score of 1030 (critical reading and math) or a composite ACT score of at least 22. An applicant whose native language is not English and/or who has been educated outside of the U.S. in a country or province where English is not the only official language must demonstrate proof of English proficiency by submitting either TOEFL or an IELTS score. On the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), the following minimum scores are required for automatic admission: 550 (paper-based exam), 213 (computer-based exam), 79 (internet-based exam). On the IELTS (International English Language Testing Service), the following minimum score is required for automatic admission: 6.5. Applicants may be exempt from the TOEFL / IELTS requirement if they have completed one of the following: a U.S. high school diploma earned, having attended all 4 years of high school in the U.S.; a bachelor’s degree earned from an accredited U.S. institution; a score of 480 on the English/Critical Reading section of the SAT, or 20 on the English Section of the ACT; U.S. transfer requirements (minimum 2.50 overall GPA on 30 or more semester hours above remedial level, including a college-level course in English and in mathematics, or two consecutive English courses, from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university).

Louisiana State University accepts IELTS*

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Qualification

Bachelor degree

Awarding body

Louisiana State University

Department name

College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures

Venue / office name

College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures

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Contact address for international enquiries

Louisiana State University
316 Hodges Hall
BATON ROUGE
Louisiana
70803

Venue description

The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures offers programs in twelve languages which address the academic, intellectual, and professional needs of students. A student may earn a B.A. in Spanish or an M.A. in Hispanic Studies or a B.A. in German or Latin. Students may earn a minor in these languages as well as Italian, Ancient Greek, Russian, and Chinese, as well as Classical Studies. Students may fulfill their language requirements with any of these languages as well as Arabic, Biblical Hebrew, Japanese, Portuguese, or Swahili. The faculties are active researchers recognized nationally and internationally in their various disciplines. Members of the faculty serve on committees for national organizations and on editorial boards for scholarly journals. The Spanish faculty biennially hosts the Louisiana Conference of Hispanic Languages and Literatures. The faculty’s commitment to research is matched by their contributions to teaching. Many members of the department have received University and College awards which recognize their distinction in scholarship and teaching.

Telephone number

+1 225 578 6616

Is accommodation available at this venue?

Yes

Accommodation details

LSU has 17 residence halls with architectural styles ranging from a Renaissance style typical of the new Residential College Complex and the older core of the campus, to the modern style typical of the halls along Campus Lake. Residence hall rooms can generally be described in one of two ways. Traditional rooms, most common among the older halls, are usually large with high ceilings and free-standing furniture that student can arrange as they desire. All rooms are air-conditioned with window units in each room. Modern rooms, common in newer halls with central air-conditioning, are more compact but maximize living space by using built-in furniture. Smoking is not permitted in rooms or any other areas in the residence halls. East and West Campus Apartments provide state-of-the-art accommodations, including private rooms with telephone service, basic cable TV, in room data connections, washer/dryer combinations, and full size kitchens with microwave ovens and garbage disposals. Each apartment has attractively furnished living rooms, bedrooms, and dining areas. In the Power Activity Building students will find additional study space, activities, programs, a TV lounge, email work stations, and professional and student staff to provide assistance as needed.

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