古典哲学博士学位课程要求至少72英里的研究生学分，包括以下课程（18英里）。在该学位课程中，学生在3000至4999的课程中所赚取的分数不得超过12 sh。修毕经典的学士学位后证书的课程不计入学位。
The PhD program in classics is intended for students who wish to pursue original research in the wide-ranging field of classicsGreek, Latin, Semitic languages, ancient Mediterranean religions and mythology, Mediterranean archaeology, ancient philosophy, and classical literature from Homer to Plato to the Bible to the Church fathers. Students also are trained to teach languages and literature at the university level. Many students bring their advanced education to such careers as law, counseling, publishing, library science, grant writing, nonprofit organizations, and university administration. The first phase emphasizes developing a broad knowledge of Greek and Roman literature and history and providing a solid foundation for reading Greek and Latin. The course work includes Greek and Latin literature and history as well as Latin and Greek composition. Intensive readings courses in each language prepare students for sight-reading examinations in each language, which must be completed during this phase of study.<br><br>The second phase is devoted to specialized seminars that employ language skills to interpret literature and history. Courses focus on specific authors, genres, and periods. During this period, students must complete examinations on two authors/genres, one in Greek and the other in Latin. Students also are tested on the Greek and Latin reading lists.