PHD
PhD in Classical Studies
Admission Requirements
- To apply for a PhD program, you'll need an MA with a minimum GPA of 85, including a grade of at least 85 on your thesis.
- A solid working knowledge of both Ancient Greek and Latin is also required.
- Applicants will be asked to take an English proficiency exam, which is conducted by the department.
Please note: Admission is conditional on spending a set amount of time at Bar-Ilan University, which will be arranged in coordination with the department head.
Areas of Specialization
Each PhD track is individually designed, based on your research focus and in collaboration with your advisor and the department head.
The program includes language courses, any additional coursework you may need, and of course, your dissertation.
Depending on your research direction, you might also be asked to study another modern language.
Credit Requirements
You’ll need to complete 12 semester-based credits within the department, including required language courses.
If you didn’t complete either of your previous degrees at Bar-Ilan, you’ll also need to take 8 semester-based credits in Basic Jewish Studies or General Courses before completing your PhD.
You can browse the General Courses catalog here, and for a broader overview of life at Bar-Ilan - including visas, housing, health insurance, and more - check out the International School's Essential Information page .
