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Medieval and Renaissance Studies
Medieval & Renaissance Studies at W&M
Medieval & Renaissance studies (Med-Ren) encourages the interdisciplinary study of societies and their interactions in the global premodern period between 300 CE and 1700 CE. Med-Ren studies have moved beyond their traditional Eurocentric/Western paradigm and offers a serious investigation of history, languages, religions and cultures.
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Advanced Courses
Study at a higher-level with the majority of the course credits being from 300- and 400-level classes.
Linguistic Requirements
Experience significant training in a modern European language, Arabic, Hebrew, Latin or Greek.
Global Careers
Prepare for the future through the academic rigor and linguistic requirements.
Paths of Study
- Bachelor of Arts
- Minor
Applied Learning
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Courses
Customize your study with courses in Medieval Philosophy (PHIL 232), The Crusades (HIST 240), Old English (ENGL 314) and Perspectives in Italian Renaissance Art (ARTH 361).*
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Research
Showcase your research in the annual undergraduate research symposium in Medieval & Renaissance studies.
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Noetica
Read this peer-reviewed undergraduate journal and embrace the belief that Eruditio flumen vivendi ("Knowledge is the flow of living").
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Study Abroad
Explore opportunities to enrich your experience in Medieval & Renaissance studies by studying abroad.
Rankings
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# 1Best College for Global Studies in VirginiaNiche 2026
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# 2Best College for History in VirginiaNiche 2026
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# 3Best College LibraryThe Princeton Review 2026
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Outcomes
Med-Ren majors have taken their interdisciplinary degrees into successful graduate programs and professional careers, including secondary school and university research and teaching, fundraising, publishing, social work and counseling as well as law and dental school.
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Courses Disclaimer
*Courses listed are examples. Course availability changes each semester.