by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 1 U.S. colleges awarded 2 degrees and certificates in Classical and Ancient Studies, Other. Graduates earn a median $32,054 one year after completing, rising to $40,615 after four years.
A major in Classical and Ancient Studies, Other involves the study of Any Program In Classical And Ancient Studies Not Listed Above.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings. Data as of: July 2026.
Nationwide, classical and ancient studies, other is a popular field of study, with 2 degrees awarded annually. 1 colleges award classical and ancient studies, other degrees, an average of 2 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 2.
All 2 of the awards are bachelor’s degrees, the only level colleges reported.
Women earned 100% of classical and ancient studies, other degrees and certificates in the latest year (2 of 2).
O*NET rates Speaking the most important skill for jobs related to classical and ancient studies, other, at 4.4 out of 5. The key knowledge areas are English Language, History and Archeology and Education and Training. The most important abilities are Oral Expression, Written Expression and Written Comprehension.
Top skills, rated 0–5:
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How long a classical and ancient studies, other degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree | 4 years | 2 |
Doctoral degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to classical and ancient studies, other, at 64.5%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral degree | 64.5% |
| Master’s degree | 30.2% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 1.5% |
| Post-doctoral training | 1.2% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 0.9% |
| First professional degree | 0.9% |
| Less than a high school diploma | 0.3% |
| Some college courses | 0.3% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 0.1% |
Source: O*NET Online.
5 occupations are related to Classical and Ancient Studies, Other, with an average median salary of $59,893; the strongest outlook belongs to Anthropologists and Archeologists, at 12.9% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Professor and Lecturer.
The occupation related to classical and ancient studies, other with the most projected jobs is History Teachers, Postsecondary, at 1,269,153.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| History Teachers, Postsecondary | 1,269,153 | 10.5% |
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | 718,152 | 6.5% |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary | 262,916 | 6.6% |
| Historians | 66,368 | -1.5% |
| Anthropologists and Archeologists | 12,925 | 12.9% |
Classical and Ancient Studies, Other graduates earn a median $32,054 one year after completing their program, $40,615 after four years and $48,797 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,054 |
| 4 years | $40,615 |
| 5 years | $48,797 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The highest-paying occupation related to classical and ancient studies, other is Historians, with a median salary of $89,780.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Historians | $89,780 |
| Anthropologists and Archeologists | $72,345 |
| Anthropology and Archeology Teachers, Postsecondary | $51,341 |
| Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary | $47,517 |
| History Teachers, Postsecondary | $38,484 |
Classical and Ancient Studies, Other has 2 similar majors in the Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies field, which together award 352 degrees a year; the largest are Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies and Archaeology (199) and Ancient Studies/Civilization (153). Browse all Multi / Interdisciplinary Studies majors or the full list of college majors.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Classical, Ancient Mediterranean, and Near Eastern Studies and Archaeology | 199 |
| Ancient Studies/Civilization | 153 |
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