Bachelor of Classics and Religious Studies at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

United States of America, Lincoln

University Rank:#711

The Classics and Religious Studies is a Bachelor degree offered by University of Nebraska-Lincoln at its main campus in Lincoln , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 21, 2027.

About Bachelor of Classics and Religious Studies

The classics and religious studies major offers a wide range of courses in the languages, civilization, religions, and culture of the ancient Mediterranean world, as well as ancient and modern religions broadly conceived. It is an interdisciplinary major with three options: Classical Languages, Classics, and Religious Studies. The major serves as excellent preparation for careers in any number of fields, such as law, medicine, journalism, ministry, business, and education. Depending on your chosen option, this major also provides you with an excellent background to pursue graduate work in classical languages and literature, classical archaeology, ancient history, religious studies, literary scholarship, and other disciplines in the humanities.

Students may choose to focus their advanced coursework in ways that meet their specific interests and career goals. All students complete a core set of requirements and can determine, in consultation with faculty and their academic advisor, which specific option to follow. The option will be documented on the final transcript.

Classical Languages Option

Focuses on proficiency in the translation and understanding of Greek, Latin, or Hebrew, and familiarity with lexical and grammatical tools associated with the translation.

Classics Option

Provides a focus on the social and intellectual components comprising the civilization and culture of the ancient Mediterranean world and their impact on subsequent western culture.

Religious Studies Option

Identifies and analyzes major world religious traditions and their influence on individual, social, and cultural phenomena considered from both global and historical standpoints.

Education Abroad

Advanced undergraduates are encouraged to further their education abroad. Students may choose from several established programs that cover a full academic year, semester, or summer. Most ancient studies programs offer a variety of courses in classics, ancient and modern languages, and history. Further information on education abroad scholarships and programs may be found at http://educationabroad.unl.edu.

Graduates of classics and religious studies–classics option will be able to:

Be familiar with the academic studies of either classical literature or of religion and religious difference.
Demonstrate an ability to analyze an ancient text or artifact in terms of its historical context and defining characteristics.
Demonstrate proficiency in the translation and understanding of Greek, Latin, or Hebrew and familiarity with basic lexical and grammatical tools associated with translation.
Demonstrate knowledge of the social and intellectual components comprising the civilization and culture of the ancient Mediterranean world and their impact on subsequent western culture.

Graduates of classics and religious studies–religious studies option will be able to:

Be familiar with the academic studies of either classical literature or of religion and religious difference.
Identify major world religious traditions and their influence on individual, social, and cultural phenomena considered from both global and historical standpoints.

Graduates of classics and religious studies–classical languages option will be able to:

Be familiar with the academic studies of either classical literature and language, or of religion and religious difference.
Demonstrate proficiency in the translation and understanding of Greek, Latin or Hebrew, and familiarity with basic lexical and grammatical tools associated with translation.
Demonstrate an ability to analyze an ancient text in terms of its historical context and defining characteristics.

Graduates of classics and religious studies–classics option will be able to:

Be familiar with the academic studies of either classical literature or of religion and religious difference.
Demonstrate an ability to analyze an ancient text or artifact in terms of its historical context and defining characteristics.
Demonstrate proficiency in the translation and understanding of Greek, Latin, or Hebrew and familiarity with basic lexical and grammatical tools associated with translation.
Demonstrate knowledge of the social and intellectual components comprising the civilization and culture of the ancient Mediterranean world and their impact on subsequent western culture.

Graduates of classics and religious studies–religious studies option will be able to:

Be familiar with the academic studies of either classical literature or of religion and religious difference.
Identify major world religious traditions and their influence on individual, social, and cultural phenomena considered from both global and historical standpoints.

Graduates of classics and religious studies–classical languages option will be able to:

Be familiar with the academic studies of either classical literature and language, or of religion and religious difference.
Demonstrate proficiency in the translation and understanding of Greek, Latin or Hebrew, and familiarity with basic lexical and grammatical tools associated with translation.
Demonstrate an ability to analyze an ancient text in terms of its historical context and defining characteristics.

Disciplines

Arts & Sciences

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Classics and Religious Studies at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Entry Requirements

Application Fee

There is a $45 application fee payable online with a credit card.

Deadlines

Summer/Fall – May 1

Spring – December 1

Additional Documents

In addition to the online application, International First-Year students are required to submit:

Final secondary school transcript, preferably officially signed and stamped by a principal of secondary school
Secondary school certificate/diploma
English proficiency scores
Bank statement
Passport copy

English Proficiency Deadlines

To be fully-admitted, you must meet English proficiency by the following deadlines:

Fall Term – July 15

Spring Term – December 1

Summer Term – May 1

Thanks for your interest in the University of Nebraska–Lincoln! All admissions materials are to be uploaded via MyRED to complete your application.

You can contact the University of Nebraska–Lincoln to apply for admission by yourself. You are not required to use an agent to apply for admission or enroll at the University of Nebraska. If you chose to use someone to assist you in applying for admission or enroll for classes, that is your responsibility.

Completed Coursework Requirements

A broad section of course work in English
Native language courses
Math
Natural Sciences
Social Sciences

English Proficiency

Non-native English speakers must submit an IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo score demonstrating proficiency in English. Contact your IELTS testing center or TOEFL to have your official scores sent directly to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

If you do not meet proficiency requirements, you can still be offered conditional admission.

For more detailed information, see the English Proficiency requirements on this page.

ACT/SAT Requirements

ACT/SAT tests are not required for admission to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln but may be required for entry into specific colleges.

Colleges that require ACT/SAT scores:

College of Architecture
College of Engineering

Bank Statement Requirements

In order to be issued I-20, you must submit a bank statement to your MyRED account to show sufficient support for the first year of study.

You will still be evaluated for admission without submitting the bank statement, but admission letters and I-20s will not be sent until the bank statement requirement has been met.

Statements must include:

Student's name
NUID Number

NOTE: Scholarship letters can be used in place of bank statements.

Items not Required

Letters of recommendation and essays are NOT required for admission.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6
TOEFLMin 70

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Classics and Religious Studies

The following represents a sample of the internships, jobs and graduate school programs that current students and recent graduates have reported.

Transferable Skills

Analyze and interpret difficult texts
Express ideas creatively
Interpret, compare, and contrast ideas
Contextualize political, social, and historical events
Communicate clearly using different forms of writing to and for a variety of different audiences
Confidently navigate complex, ambiguous projects and environments
Defend and discuss complex issues from multiple angles
Evaluate the interrelatedness of events and ideas
Listen actively and facilitate individual and group communication
Simplify complex information and present it to others

Jobs of Recent Graduates

Young Adult Ministry Intern, Village Presbyterian Church - Prairie Villiage KS
Judicial clerk, Judge Riley-8th Circuit - Omaha NE
Special Education-Elementary K-8, Teach for America - Phoenix AZ
Field Organizer, Nebraskans for Alternatives to the Death Penalty - Lincoln NE
Marketing Assistant, Open Harvest - Lincoln NE
Account Manager, Omaha Marketing Solutions - Omaha NE
Software Engineer, Union Pacific - Omaha NE
Manager, Hy-Vee - Omaha NE
Phlebotomist, BryanLGH - Lincoln NE
Contract Manager, Celerion - Lincoln NE
More...
- Latin Teacher, Omaha Public Schools - Omaha NE
- K-12 Latin Teacher, Sacred Heart Catholic School - Lincoln NE
- Special Education-Elementary K-8, Teach for America - Phoenix AZ

Internships

Intern, Pathology Associates of North Texas - Wichita Falls TX
Intern, US Strategic Command - Omaha NE
Intern, Southwestern - Nationwide

Graduate & Professional Schools

Master's Degree, Theological Studies, Harvard University - Cambridge MA
Juris Doctorate, University of Nebraska College of Law - Lincoln NE
Master's Degree, Divinity, Duke Divinity School - Durham NC
Seminary, Our Lady of Guadalupe Seminary - Denton NE
Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Nebraska Medical Center - Omaha NE
Master's Degree, Classics, Colorado University - Boudler CO
Master's Degree, Counseling , Doane University - Lincoln NE
Ph.D., History, University of Edinburgh - Edinburgh
Ph.D., Physics, University of California-Los Angeles - Los Angeles CA
Master's Degree, Education , Creighton University - Omaha NE
More...
- Master's Degree, Political Science, University of Nebraska-Lincoln - Lincoln NE
- Ph.D., Higher Education , University of Wisconsin-Madison - Madison WI
- Master's Degree, Fine Arts, University of Texas - Dallas TX

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Classics and Religious Studies at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Application Fee 45

How to Apply for Bachelor of Classics and Religious Studies at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Review the materials you'll need before starting an application. Complete the application online. You can also apply through the Common App.

Check Your Application Status

Check MyRED to check your application status and verify all documents have been submitted to complete your application.

Pay Enrollment Deposit

Once you're admitted, pay the $250 enrollment deposit to reserve your place at Nebraska.

Enrollment Deposit

All First-Year, Transfer and International students, including students in the Intensive English Program, who have received notification of their admission to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln pay the $250 Enrollment Deposit.

What is the Enrollment Deposit?

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln requires a $250 Enrollment Deposit to be paid by the deadlines below to finalize your admission and secure your space in the incoming class.

Spring Deposit Deadline: December 1
Fall/Summer Deposit Deadline: May 1

The Enrollment Deposit is not a new fee. The $250 deposit applies directly toward students' first expenses at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, such as orientation programs and more.

Who is Required to Pay the Enrollment Deposit?

The Enrollment Deposit is required for all new First-Year, Transfer and International students, including students enrolling in the Intensive English Program, who are admitted.

Why Do I Need to Pay the Enrollment Deposit?

The Enrollment Deposit :

Allows the University to more effectively plan for class offerings and student resources in preparation for your arrival.
Provides an incentive for students to actively consider their college choice on an appropriate timeline, which increases their selection in housing, New Student Enrollment dates and classes.
Allows the University to more accurately report new student class data as part of the budgeting process.

Refund

The Enrollment Deposit is fully refundable prior to the deposit deadlines below:

Spring Deposit Deadline: December 1
Fall/Summer Deposit Deadline: May 1

If a student chooses not to attend the University and did not request a refund on or before the deadline, the student forfeit's the full amount of their Enrollment Deposit.

To request a refund, please email the Office of Admissions.

Requesting Reinstatement

Admitted students who do not pay the deposit prior to the deadline forfeit their admission and aid. Students may request reinstatement by sending a letter to the admissions committee at:

University of Nebraska–Lincoln Admissions Committee
1410 Q St
Lincoln, NE 68588-0417

OR email the committee at: [email protected]

Reinstatement of admission cannot be guaranteed.
Reinstatement of federal, state, and university aid is not guaranteed.
Please indicate in the circumstances surrounding your late payment in your reinstatement request.

NOTE: The Enrollment Deposit is not waived under any circumstance. The Enrollment Deposit is Non-Transferable.

Obtain I-20

After you are notified of your admission status, we will email instructions about obtaining your I-20 or visa.

Obtain I-20

If you need an I-20 and F-1 student visa to study at Nebraska, submit the following:

A bank statement showing the support that is greater than or equal to the cost of attendance for the program. In addition, be sure:

It includes the name of the account holder in English.
Is printed on official bank letterhead.
You write your NU ID # on the top of the bank statement.
It is signed and stamped as official by a bank representative.
Statement must be dated and be no older than 1 year old.
Statement must include a currency type.

You may also submit a scholarship letter that indicates support from a government or private scholarship. This letter must include:

Your name.
An outline of expenses the scholarship will cover.

Submit the bank statement and scholarship letter to your MyRED account.

SEVIS Transfer

If you are currently studying at a high school or university in the United States you may transfer your SEVIS record to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Transferring your SEVIS record allows you to maintain your current record and obtain a University of Nebraska–Lincoln I-20 which can be used to obtain a new student visa if traveling overseas prior to your enrollment at Nebraska.

When you have been admitted to Nebraska and are ready to transfer, contact the international advisor at your previous institution and ask to have your SEVIS record released to Nebraska. Our institution code is: OMA214F00217000.

Sign Housing Contract

After you pay your enrollment deposit, you can sign up for on-campus housing through MyRED.

Complete New Student Enrollment

NSE is a required student orientation program.

Submit English Proficiency Scores

If you're conditionally-admitted, you may submit English proficiency scores up until your term's deadline to become fully-admitted.

Prepare for Arrival

There are a few health requirements to complete and prepare for before you arrive on campus.

Pre-Enrollment Health Requirements & Information

All incoming students must submit the Pre-Enrollment Health Requirement Form through MyRED.

In addition, all international students must complete the following health requirements at the University Health Center:

Provide proof of two rubeola/measles MMR immunizations or positive rubeola lab result
Undergo a tuberculosis test

For students who have the University of Nebraska's StudentBlue Insurance Plan, the cost of the Pre-Enrollment Health Requirement is covered 100%.

Health Insurance

The University will automatically enroll all international students (F1 and J1) in StudentBlue Health Insurance.
You may waive the insurance plan if you show documentation of a comparable medical insurance plan. Proof consists of a plan in your name and the document must be in English.
Deadline to waive the health insurance is the 14th day of class each semester.

Meningococcal Vaccine

Meningococcal disease is a rare infection with potentially devastating results. The vaccine is recommended for first year students living in university residences but is not required by the University of Nebraska–Lincoln.

Once you get to Lincoln...

International Orientation is a required event for all new international students when you arrive on campus.

Bachelor of Classics and Religious Studies at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

United States of America, Lincoln