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PhD English at George Washington University

George Washington University, United States

Programme overview

The doctor of philosophy (PhD) in English features areas of strength in American literature and culture, British and postcolonial studies, crip/queer studies, and medieval and early modern studies. Within each of these areas, students are invited to construct their own specializations and methodologies, ranging from sociohistorical angles to digital humanities and film studies. Doctoral-level seminars are small, encouraging discussion and equal participation.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: English  |  Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Graduate Programs. A comprehension examination in a language approved by the department. Each student plans a program of studies in consultation with the department advisor and a committee of the graduate faculty. A dissertation on an approved topic, directed by a member of the department’s graduate faculty, and completed by the end of the fifth year of study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applications are made through the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences graduate admissions office; programme-specific requirements are published on the college application requirements page.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications are submitted through the Graduate Application Center with a non-refundable $80 application fee; deadlines vary by programme and school.

Apply through the official page: https://columbian.gwu.edu/graduate-admissions-faq

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