Free Online Latin and Greek Language Courses from Top Universities

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Top universities, including Utah State University and Open University, offer online Latin and Greek Language courses for free. Check out three of these classes designed for first-time learners of Latin and Greek.
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Free Latin and Greek Language Courses

Latin and Greek are two classical languages that individuals can study online through universities that utilize an open courseware system. Topics addressed include the connection between English and Latin and the study of the Greek alphabet.

Utah State University

A Latin class for beginner students is available for download from this university. The course teaches on the two types of Latin: Vulgar Latin, which was the general language of the people and Classical Latin that was spoken in formal prose and poetry. The course also touches on the influence of the Roman Empire and Catholic Church on the use of the language.

Open University

OpenLearn offers a course that covers classic Greek and another on classical Latin. Both courses are meant for students with no previous knowledge of the language. Each course runs for 10-hours.

Free Online Latin and Greek Language Courses at a Glance

Course & School Program Level Format Assignments Quizzes & Exams Downloadable
Beginning Latin: Grammar course from Utah State University Undergraduate Text Yes No No
Getting Started on Classical Greek course from Open University Undergraduate Text Yes No No
Getting Started on Classical Latin course from Open University Undergraduate Text Yes No Yes

Popular Schools

  • Online Programs Available
    1. Grand Canyon University

    Program Options

    Master's
      • M.A. in Communication with an Emphasis in Education
      • M.A. in Communication with an Emphasis in Education
    Bachelor's
      • Bachelor of Arts in Communications with an Emphasis in Interpersonal Communication and Human Relationships
      • Bachelor of Arts in Communications with an Emphasis in Interpersonal Communication and Human Relationships
  • Online Programs Available
    2. Liberty University

    Program Options

    Doctorate
      • PHD: Communication
      • PHD: Communication
    Certificate
      • CTG: Communication
      • CTG: Communication
  • Stanford, CA

    Stanford University

  • Online Programs Available
    4. Penn Foster High School

    Program Options

    High School Diploma
      • HS Diploma
      • HS Diploma
  • Cambridge, MA

    Harvard University

  • Philadelphia, PA

    University of Pennsylvania

  • Durham, NC

    Duke University

  • Notre Dame, IN

    University of Notre Dame

  • University of Maryland Global Campus

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Grand Canyon University

  • M.A. in Communication with an Emphasis in Education
  • Bachelor of Arts in Communications with an Emphasis in Interpersonal Communication and Human Relationships

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Liberty University

  • PHD: Communication
  • CTG: Communication

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Penn Foster High School

  • HS Diploma

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