Why learn Latin?
Learning Latin offers a unique blend of linguistic, historical, cultural, and intellectual benefits, making it a rewarding pursuit for individuals interested in language, literature, and the humanities.
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Program details

• Classes are typically limited to three to five students per instructor, allowing for greater in-person interaction and attention.
• Each section consists of eight two-hour sessions, held once or twice per week, and can be completed in either eight or four weeks. Upon completing the section, students can then enroll in the next level of that section.
• Classes are taught by qualified and experienced Latin-language instructors.
• Students who achieve a score of eighty-five or above may receive a certificate attesting to their proficiency in the language.​
• Tuition is priced at 629 dollars per every completed section of sixteen in-class hours. There is a one-time sixty-five dollar registration fee.
• The JPLI offers a three-percent tuition reward to students who score at least a ninety overall in their class, encouraging them to continue their language development.
• Student internships or work study programs are available to qualified students.

Who this course for? 
Individuals who are interested in:
- Improving their Latin language skills through self-study or homeschooling.
- Exploring Latin language, culture, and history, regardless of age or educational level.
- Seeking a foundation that can also help improve their English for science projects and facilitate engagement with other Romance languages such as Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese, as well as other languages.
- K-12 students who want to earn academic credit for their future studies.

INTERMEDIATE LATIN 

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The intermediate Latin course is structured into four sections: Latin 201, Latin 202, Latin 203, and Latin 204. Within each section, there are four levels labeled A, B, C, and D. Each level encompasses eight two-hour sessions, held once a week over an eight-week period.

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Intermediate
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Intermediate
​203

Intermediate
204

This course is suitable for individuals progressing from the beginners’ level or seeking to refresh their prior knowledge of Latin. Students are expected to have a solid understanding of the topics covered in introductory Latin. Throughout the course, students will engage with a variety of original Latin texts spanning different centuries and will develop their skills in writing in Latin.

​Key topics covered in this course include:

• Understanding the meaning and uses of the subjunctive mood
• Mastering the forms and natural meanings of the four participles
• Exploring various uses of participles, including the ablative absolute

By the course's conclusion, students will:

1. Understand the principles of the subjunctive mood in Latin
2. Demonstrate proficiency in producing and working with the forms of the subjunctive
3. Recognize numerous uses of the subjunctive and accurately render them in English
4. Identify the sequence of tenses in Latin texts
5. Produce the forms of the participles and understand their natural meaning in English
6. Work with the ablative absolute and comprehend its relation to the entire sentence

Course Content: Students will focus on two main elements of Latin expression: the four participles and the subjunctive mood, exploring their respective usages. The forms and natural meanings of the four participles will be clearly presented, alongside their various usages, particularly in the context of the ablative absolute. Additionally, the principles of the subjunctive mood and its forms will be covered, along with its diverse usages to express purpose, result, circumstance, cause, concession, and characteristic. Relative expressions of each will also be examined.

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Length	Sections typically span from four to eight weeks, amounting in sixteen total hours of in-class instruction. *Number of sections tailored to students' proficiency levels
Effort	Students should dedicate two to five hours to developing their language skills per week.
Price	Tuition: $629 per section One-time registration fee: $65 Price for class materials: $15 or more
Type	Class sizes typically range from three to seven students.
Subject	Latin language, literature, and culture
Level	Introductory or ​Intermediate
Language	Latin and English
Supplemental materials	Videos, written texts, music, online resources, etc.

Important Info 

Course Prerequisites
Prior completion of introductory Latin courses and a strong grasp of the language are essential for enrollment in this course. To ensure appropriate placement, a course placement meeting will be necessary to assess your proficiency level.
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Schedule a meeting now to determine the most suitable level based on your skills and learning objectives.

Proficiency ​Leve	Date & time	Registration Status
Introductory ​Latin 101T	Tuesdays ​ 6:00-8:00pm ​Starts May 21	Open
Introductory Latin 101S	Saturdays  ​ 3:00-5:00pm ​Starts May 25	Open
Intermediate	Wednesdays ​6:00-8:00pm ​Starts May 29	Open
Intermediate	Saturdays 12:30-2:30pm ​Starts May 24	Open

About Latin Program

• ​Introductory Latin
• ​​Intermediate Latin​
• View all course schedule 

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Office hours: Closed on Mondays  Tuesday to Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm  Friday to Sunday 9:30am - 4:00pm  ​Email: [email protected] Phone: (631)888-3838