PhD Classics at University of Pittsburgh

Programme overview

A PhD in Classics integrated into the joint Classics, Philosophy and Ancient Science (CPAS) graduate programme, designed to train scholars and teachers of the Classics with specialization in ancient philosophy and ancient science. Graduate fellowship funding is guaranteed for five years.

Faculty: Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences | Department: Classics | Intake: Fall | Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States

What you will study

Interdepartmental seminars taught by faculty from Classics, Philosophy, and History and Philosophy of Science, plus seminars from across the university. PhD students teach undergraduate Greek and Latin language, and Greek and Roman civilization and history courses.

Career pathways

Academic positions, postdoctoral research, and non-academic employment.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applications due in early January; the department is not accepting new students until Fall 2028. A master's degree in Classics is preferred but no longer mandatory. Applicants need a broad grounding in the cultural history of the ancient Mediterranean, demonstrated Ancient Greek and Latin knowledge appropriate for graduate work, and reading knowledge of one modern research language (German, French or Italian). Required: statement of purpose, writing sample of 20-25 double-spaced pages, transcripts, three letters of recommendation, $75 application fee, TOEFL or IELTS for non-US citizens. GRE not required. An online interview is typically held in January for shortlisted applicants.

Domestic applicants: USD 27,412 a year (2026-27). Pennsylvania-resident graduate tuition, Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences, full-time two terms (fall and spring). Tuition only; mandatory fees and other expenses excluded. Source

International applicants: USD 49,272 a year (2026-27). Out-of-state (non-PA resident) graduate tuition, Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences, full-time two terms (fall and spring). Tuition only; mandatory fees and other expenses excluded. Source

Intake: Fall

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