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PhD Classics at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

The Department of Classics offers a holistic approach to Greco-Roman antiquity, with a focus on Greek and Latin literature; all doctoral students receive a full funding package.

Faculty: Graduate School of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Classics  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Courses cover Greek and Latin literature, ancient history, philosophy and critical theory of the ancient world, classical philology (paleography, textual criticism, epigraphy, papyrology, numismatics) and reception. Students earn an MA, then an MPhil in Classics covering both languages and literatures, show reading knowledge of two modern languages, and complete a dissertation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants submit one transcript per school attended, a statement of academic purpose, a personal statement and a resume. Three letters of evaluation (at least two from academic recommenders). Writing sample: 15 to 20 pages, double-spaced. GRE General and GRE Subject scores are not required. International applicants whose undergraduate degree is from an institution in a country whose official language is not English submit TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test scores. Fall 2027 entry application deadline: December 17, 2026.

Intake: Fall

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