Hello, 

My name is Jocelyne Olson, and I'm currently in my final year of a B.A. Advanced in Classical Studies at the University of Manitoba, so I'm looking into graduate programs. I'm thinking of applying to the University of Alberta, but I have some concerns and questions. Hopefully you are the right person to talk to! If not, sorry about the disturbance, and if you know who I should be in touch with, I'd appreciate it if you could let me know. 

My first question is about any necessary pre-masters program. I'm certain I will need to take a few courses before beginning a Masters, as I only have two years each of Greek and Latin. From what I can tell, at least 3 years is required for most programs. I was wondering, is there a formal pre-Masters year, or is it something more informally worked out with the department, or is it looked at case-by-case, or something else entirely? 

The other concern at the moment is the one of many university students - money. Do most or all of the graduate students in the department receive some kind of financial aid, or is it only the top minority that do? It is not the most important factor in deciding where to go of course, but, understandably in my opinion, it is important!

Thank you for whatever help you can offer, 

Jocelyne Olson
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