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Italian Studies (PhD) at Northwestern University

Northwestern University, United States

Programme overview

The Graduate Certificate in Italian Studies is open to students already enrolled in a PhD programme. It helps build research skills in a specific field such as Italian language or paleography and/or a broad interdisciplinary perspective to support research and prepare for teaching Italian Studies.

Faculty: Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences  |  Department: Department of French and Italian  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Evanston, IL, United States

What you will study

At least four courses on Italian topics (in one or several departments), participation in certificate lectures and colloquia, introducing a speaker and a follow-up seminar, and demonstrated Italian competency through prior coursework, time in Italy or an examination.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Must be currently enrolled in a PhD programme; apply by written notice to a programme co-director no later than the beginning of the second year.

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 for 2026-27 open September 15, 2026; deadlines vary by programme. The Graduate School application fee is $95 and nonrefundable, paid by credit or debit card.

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