Possible to self study for AP Latin in less than two years?

HallMLuke
Thu, 21 Jun 2012 22:42:40 +0000

I would say that it’s certainly possible, but devilishly difficult. I’ve been self-studying for a while now, and you’ll come across things that will stump you. If you can trudge through those portions that you find difficult about the language you’ll do fine.

The time frame is also something to worry about. My rough estimate as to the amount of studying you’d need to do to get to the “Vergil Level” in two years would be about 20+ hours a week. Do you have that kind of time? If so, go for it! Latin’s a great language to learn. If not, you’ll find yourself overwhelmed quickly as I’ve heard of many students who have taken Latin for 4+ years of formal classes who have gotten 1’s on the exam. Granted, those students may not have been too dedicated, but it’s still nothing to scoff at.

Anyway, if you do decide to study Latin, good luck! I’m also a rising Junior, but I’m taking AP Vergil this year.