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Classics with Teaching Licensure

Master's

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Application Requirements

Tuition & Fees

Financial Aid & Funding Opportunities

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Application Deadlines

Fall: Apr 15 (extended deadline)
Spring: Dec 1 (domestic only), Oct 15 (international)
Summer: n/a

School/Department

Classical Studies

Program Director

Andreola Rossi

Contact

gradadmissions@tufts.edu

Location

Medford/Somerville

Format

On-campus

Commitment Options

Full-time

Average Duration

2 years

Credits

Tuition per Credit

$1,699

Eligible for Aid/Scholarship

Yes

Overview

The MA in Classics with Teaching Licensure offers students an opportunity to pursue intensive study of the classical world, while acquiring the credentials for a career in public education or further graduate study.

Program Outcomes

As a student in the MA in Classics with Teaching Licensure Program, you will expand your knowledge of languages, history, and archaeology, as well as gain extensive research experience in classical studies. Graduates go on to pursue careers in secondary school education with Massachusetts licensure (grades 5-12) and pursue further study in PhD programs. Students typically complete the program in two or three years, and benefit from supervised teaching experience offered through the Education Department at Tufts. The program follows Massachusetts requirements for initial teaching licensure.

Application Requirements

Application fee
Resume/CV
Personal statement
Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test scores, if applicable
Transcripts
Three letters of recommendation
Writing sample: While each application is evaluated holistically, an important part of a successful application is the writing sample. The ideal writing sample should best demonstrate your writing skills and the ability to engage critically with the cultures, histories, and literatures of the ancient Mediterranean world, though it does not necessarily need to be a paper written specifically for a Classics course. The ideal length is approximately 15 double-spaced pages.

Tuition & Fees

GSAS bills tuition using a per-credit billing model, meaning you are billed for the number of credits you take each semester. This billing model is used to provide students better flexibility so they may "pay-as-they-go".

Tuition*	$1,699 per credit
Total Credits Required	39
Enrollment Status	Part-Time: 3-6 credits (typically 1-2 courses) Full-Time: 9+ credits (typically 3 or more courses)

Estimating Tuition Costs for this Program

This example pathway outlines estimated tuition costs per semester using a typical full-time course load. This is one possible pathway to completion; actual credits, costs, enrollment status, and degree completion time may vary based on a student’s course load.

Full-Time Pathway	Fall	Spring	Total
Year 1	12 credits	9 credits	21 credits
Year 1	$20,388	$15,291	$35,679
Year 2	9 credits	9 credits	18 credits
Year 2	$15,291	$15,291	$30,582
Estimated Total Tuition Before Aid*			$66,261*

Note: this example does not account for any scholarships that may be awarded at the time of admission. GSAS offers generous merit- and need-based tuition scholarships for qualified applicants. A list of funding opportunities is provided below.

*Estimated based on 2025-2026 tuition rates. Rates are subject to change each academic year. For further information about the full cost of attendance, including health insurance, fees, and estimated indirect costs (housing, transportation, etc.), visit Student Financial Services.

Financial Aid & Funding Opportunities

At Tufts University, we believe that every qualified applicant should have the opportunity to pursue graduate study, regardless of financial circumstances. We are committed to helping you navigate the financial aspects of your education and strive to make graduate school accessible through a variety of support options.

Scholarships and Awards Available for this Program

Merit- and need-based tuition scholarships for master’s programs: To be considered, be sure to indicate your interest within the Financial Aid section of your application.
The Future Leaders Fellowship is a full-tuition scholarship for outstanding full-time master’s students and entry-level OTD students. Future Leaders Fellows are selected by the GSAS Dean following their admittance to Tufts.
The Nathan Margolis Memorial Scholarship Fund is awarded annually to one or more graduate students engaged in the study of education with a preference for students pursuing a Master of Arts in Teaching Degree in the Department of Education. Applicants to Education programs will be invited by the department to apply for this award. Scholarships will be awarded based on financial need, academic excellence, and a written essay in response to a provided prompt.
City Year Corps members, alumni, and staff are eligible to receive a minimum scholarship award of 25% off tuition.

Work Opportunities and Awards

There are various graduate assistantships and work opportunities available for Master’s students across Tufts.
The Graduate Student Open Access Publishing Fund provides financial support to students who want to publish their work open access.
The Graduate Student Research Competition provides funding for expenses including equipment, materials, and supplies; research participant compensation; and expenses of travel to conduct research.
The Graduate Student Conference Reimbursement Fund is available for students to travel to present or attend at a conference or professional meeting.
The Tisch Library Graduate Fellowship in the Arts & Humanities provides funding for MA, MFA, and PhD students conducting research over the summer.

Visit our Graduate Financial Aid page for information on loans and financing options.