PhD American Studies at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Programme overview

The American Studies PhD is an interdisciplinary, interdepartmental program. The graduate faculty consists of core American Studies faculty members and graduate faculty members drawn from a wide number of departments. Students develop subfields (understood as a more specific focus of research and teaching) and also pursue broad training in analyzing the development of cultural and historical processes that shaped the nation and its diverse cultures, as well as analyzing contemporary practices.

Faculty: College of Liberal Arts | Duration: 7 years / 33 major credits + 24 thesis credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Core Required Courses, Research Seminars, Comparative Culture, Electives, Thesis Credits. At least 3 credits of courses other than the core must focus on American cultural diversity.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An undergraduate major in a field related to American Studies or other preparation acceptable to the American Studies admissions committee. The application deadline is December 1 of the year prior to intended entry. Refer to the program website for application procedures and additional information. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5.

Duration: 7 years / 33 major credits + 24 thesis credits

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