UC Santa Barbara Classics, Classical Archaeology Emphasis
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation UC Santa Barbara lists for Classics, Classical Archaeology Emphasis transfers starts with GREEK 1, GREEK 2 and GREEK 3; the full list is below.

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    Major Requirements

    UC Santa Barbara Classics, Classical Archaeology Emphasis Major Preparation

    The courses UC Santa Barbara lists as Classics, Classical Archaeology Emphasis major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are UCSB's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

    Preparation for the major

    Complete 1 of these

    • GREEK 1 Elementary Greek and GREEK 2 Elementary Greek and GREEK 3 Intermediate Greek
    • LATIN 1 Elementary Latin and LATIN 2 Elementary Latin and LATIN 3 Intermediate Latin

    Complete 1 of these

    • CLASS 20A The Ancient Greeks
    • CLASS 40 Greek Mythology

    Required

    • CLASS 20B The Romans

    Complete 1 of these

    • CLASS 50 Introduction to Classical Archaeology
    • ANTH 3 Introductory Archaeology

    Required

    • ARTHIW 6R Rome: The Game

    Complete 1 of these

    • HIST 2A World History
    • HIST 4A The Ancient Mediterranean and West Asia

    Required

    • WRIT 109HU Writing for the Humanities

    FAQ

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    Does UC Santa Barbara have a Classics, Classical Archaeology Emphasis major for transfer students?

    Yes. UC Santa Barbara offers Classics, Classical Archaeology Emphasis (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to UC Santa Barbara for Classics, Classical Archaeology Emphasis?

    UC Santa Barbara's Classics, Classical Archaeology Emphasis major preparation includes GREEK 1, GREEK 2, GREEK 3, LATIN 1, LATIN 2 and LATIN 3, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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