Located within the College of Liberal Arts, The University of Texas at Austin's Department of Classics provides a deep and comprehensive study of the ancient Greek and Roman worlds. Students explore their languages, literature, history, art, archaeology, and lasting impact on contemporary society. The department features distinguished faculty whose expertise spans a wide range of specializations, creating a vibrant intellectual community for both undergraduate and graduate students. As a recognized leading center for classical studies, it offers rigorous programs, dedicated mentorship, and extensive research opportunities, including unique labs. This foundation prepares graduates for diverse successful careers.
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The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin, UT, or Texas) is a public research university in Austin, Texas. It is the flagship institution of the University of Texas System. With 52,384 students as of Fall 2022, it is also the largest institution in the system. Founded in 1883, UT Austin is considered a Public Ivy. The university is a major center for academic research, with research expenditures totaling $679.8 million for fiscal year 2018. It joined the Association of American Universities in 1929. The university houses seven museums and seventeen libraries, including the LBJ Presidential Library and the Blanton Museum of Art, and operates various auxiliary research facilities, such as the J. J. Pickle Research Campus and the McDonald Observatory.
