Many professional fields demand the use of literacy or technical vocabulary. As English's mother language, Latin accounts for approximately 65 percent of all English words and 90 percent of those over two syllables. Service and high technology companies seek professionals who are able to think on their feet and be able to master technical vocabularies. The vast majority of students who study Latin increase their English comprehension scores, as well as cultural awareness and self-esteem.
Knowing Latin can act as a prerequisite to post-secondary students who are seeking enrollment in courses such as modern languages, English, history, philosophy or comparative literature. A knowledge of ancient Greece and Greco-Roman civilizations can also improve chances of gaining acceptance into these courses. According to Calvary Chapel High School, 61 percent of colleges and universities viewed students with two years of Latin or ancient Greece studies "somewhat stronger" or "much stronger" candidates for enrollment.
Mastering Latin allows you to read some literature in its original form. You can read the words of Julius Caesar instead of reading about Caesar. Even when reading in English, you become familiar with where the language came from and the meaning behind the words. By knowing Latin, people will be more able to attain first-hand knowledge of Roman events, rather than sifting through others' interpretations. Knowing Latin will help you appreciate the language's beauty, limitations, strengths and dynamics.
Studying Latin can help you develop your memory, according to Saint Louis University (SLU). Developing memory can help you gain a better understanding of who you are. Knowing Latin will help people identify themselves culturally. Because Latin is a part of many cultures throughout the world, knowledge of it will help people create stronger ties to each other, which according to SLU will help in the drive towards world peace.