The Department of Classics at Washington University is a remarkable and dynamic environment—one which students and faculty find both rewarding and stimulating. The department affords students great flexibility in designing their major path and knows that the study of Greek and Roman civilizations does not end with antiquity. Instead, various aspects of antiquity shed light on one’s own time as much as the contemporary world illuminates the past.

The department offers two majors and minors in classics and ancient studies. For graduate students, a classics doctorate and masters program are available, as well as a masters in teaching Latin, which is offered in conjunction with the education department.

Classics students at Washington University have access to unique and significant research collections of ancient art and papyri, as well as the John Max Wulfing collection of ancient coins, one of the richest in North America. Undergraduates are also welcome to join Eta Sigma Phi, the national honor society for students in classics. The chapter sponsors activities throughout the year, including Classics Movie Nights, community service activities, and the "Banquet of the Gods" (Cena Deorum).