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Cheapest Classics and Classical Languages Colleges in Illinois

Ranked by lowest net price after financial aid. See our methodology.

The University of Chicago and Northwestern University charge identical net prices of around $18,967 and $27,143 respectively for Classics programs, despite having vastly different acceptance rates of 5.43% and 7.21%. This creates an unusual situation where two elite institutions compete directly on affordability while maintaining similar academic standards. University of Illinois Chicago offers the state's most affordable option at just $12,313 net cost, making ancient languages and literature accessible to students planning careers in Chicago's museums, libraries, and cultural institutions. The $22,883 gap between the cheapest and most expensive programs reflects Illinois' mix of public universities and private colleges serving different student populations.
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Programs
$12,313 – $35,196
Net Price Range
73.4%
Avg. Graduation Rate

13 Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $12,313 $14,338 60.3% 78.7%
2 $12,437 $49,834 79.2% 61.2%
3 $15,201 $16,004 84.9% 44.8%
4 $16,177 $13,244 56.3% 91.5%
5 $18,034 $43,520 60.1% 90.7%
6 $18,967 $66,939 94.9% 5.4%
7 $23,033 $44,394 71.1% 60.9%
8 $23,066 $37,300 38.3% 54.9%
9 $24,875 $55,587 67.5% 73.3%
10 $26,984 $43,930 86.6% 88.4%
11 $27,143 $65,997 95.9% 7.2%
12 $29,550 $55,704 82.5% 42.2%
13 $35,196 $51,716 76.9% 79.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of Illinois Chicago's Classics program so affordable compared to other options?

UIC's net cost of $12,313 represents the lowest price among Illinois Classics programs, benefiting from state funding that keeps tuition manageable. The 78.69% acceptance rate makes admission achievable for most qualified students seeking ancient language studies.

How do graduation rates vary between affordable and expensive Classics programs in Illinois?

The most expensive program at Loyola University Chicago achieves a 76.90% graduation rate at $35,196 net cost. Meanwhile, Southern Illinois University-Carbondale graduates 56.30% of students at just $16,177 net cost, showing that higher prices don't always guarantee better outcomes.

Does attending University of Chicago for Classics justify the higher cost over public options?

University of Chicago's 94.90% graduation rate and 5.43% acceptance rate reflect its academic intensity, though its $18,967 net cost sits surprisingly close to public university prices. Students gain access to top-tier faculty and research opportunities that can open doors to graduate programs and museum careers.

Where can Classics graduates find employment opportunities in Illinois?

Chicago's extensive museum network, including the Art Institute and Field Museum, regularly hires Classics graduates for curatorial and research positions. The city's publishing industry and educational sector also value the analytical and communication skills developed through classical language study.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.