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209 PhD programmes in Language Studies in United States

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English Language and Literature

Join our community of critical thinkers and creative writers to reimagine worlds across styles, genres, and mediums, engaging our ever-changing world with this English Language and Literature PhD programme from University of Tulsa.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$21,225/yr
University of Nebraska-Lincoln4,6(9)
Lincoln, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Modern Languages and Literatures

The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln offers graduate degrees with specializations in German, French, and Spanish.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
8 years$31,182/yr
Northwestern University4,2(53)
Evanston, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

English

The English program at Northwestern University offers advanced study and research in literary history, criticism, and theory, with excellent opportunities for interdepartmental and interdisciplinary study. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$9,344/yr
Catholic University of America4,2(29)
Washington, D. C., United States Top 6% in Worldwide

English Language and Literature

The Ph.D. in English Language and Literature at Catholic University of America is conferred upon completion of 54 credit hours of course work following the B.A., a comprehensive exam, and a dissertation.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$13,824/yr
The University of Arizona4,2(47)
Tucson, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Language, Reading and Culture

The Language, Reading and Culture degree at The University of Arizona provides a vehicle for training specialists who wish to prepare themselves for leadership roles in reading or bilingual/ESL education, and those seeking advanced academic preparation in these areas. 

Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$23,400/yr
University of Nevada, Las Vegas4,0(21)
Las Vegas, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

English

The PhD program in English from University of Nevada, Las Vegas is a highly specialized program designed to develop a capacity for research, original thought, and writing and to equip students for careers in the teaching of English at the college or university level and in writing, editing, and publishing.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 years$26,368/yr
University of North Carolina Chapel Hill4,5(15)
Chapel Hill, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

English and Comparative Literature

The English and Comparative Literature Department at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill fosters insightful and imaginative thinking, with the goal of producing excellent scholars and teachers. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$29,422/yr
Texas A&M University4,1(20)
College Station, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

English

The PhD program in English at Texas A&M University prepares students to become leading scholars, excellent teachers, and active members of the academic community by fostering critical engagement with the discipline of English Studies and its interdisciplinary practices.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$24,326/yr
Texas A&M University4,1(20)
College Station, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Hispanic Studies

The PhD in Hispanic Studies at Texas A&M University is an interdisciplinary program with three intertwined concentrations: Visual Cultures, Linguistics, and Literature. The program prepares it's students for a career in fields such as education, translation, communications, diplomacy, health and social services.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$16,217/yr
New York University4,3(121)
New York City, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

English

The English PhD program at New York University is designed to be completed within the term of the full-funding MacCracken award (typically five years)

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 yearsTuition not available
University of South Florida4,4(47)
Tampa, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Linguistics and Applied Language Studies

The Ph.D. program in Linguistics and Applied Language Studies (LALS) at the University of South Florida prepares students for research and teaching in the interdisciplinary field of Applied Linguistics.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$19,980/yr
University of Missouri - Columbia4,3(10)
Columbia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

English

The English program offered by University of Missouri - Columbia is dedicated to the study of English language and literature in all of its various historical, cultural, and theoretical aspects.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$25,924/yr
University of Oklahoma4,5(32)
Norman, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

English

The English graduate program at the University of Oklahoma offers a vibrant intellectual community with specializations in literary and cultural studies, rhetoric and writing, and creative writing.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$11,128/yr
Lehigh University3,7(3)
Bethlehem, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

English

The Department of English at Lehigh University has a focus on Literature and Social Justice, the outcome of a multiyear effort to revitalize the traditional period-based approach to literary studies.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 yearsTuition not available
University of Pennsylvania4,3(23)
Philadelphia, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Francophone, Italian and Germanic Studies - French and Francophone Studies

The University of Pennsylvania's Graduate Program in Francophone, Italian and Germanic Studies - French and Francophone Studies (FIGS) offers a five-year Ph.D. program.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$44,792/yr
University of Pennsylvania4,3(23)
Philadelphia, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Francophone, Italian and Germanic Studies - Germanic Studies

The Francophone, Italian and Germanic Studies - Germanic Studies program offered at University of Pennsylvania takes a forward-looking perspective on developments in the field.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$44,792/yr
University of Illinois at Chicago4,3(21)
Chicago, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

English

The Department of English at University of Illinois at Chicago offers work leading to degrees in English at both the master’s and doctoral levels. Students in the MA and PhD pursue one of three areas of emphasis: English Studies, Creative Writing (also known as the Program for Writers), and English Education. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$9,376/yr
University of Illinois at Chicago4,3(21)
Chicago, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Hispanic Studies

The Department of Hispanic and Italian Studies at University of Illinois at Chicago offers work leading to degrees in Hispanic Studies at both the master’s and doctoral levels.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
7 years$9,376/yr
Carnegie Mellon University4,2(24)
Pittsburgh, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Language and Information Technology

The Ph.D. in Language and Information Technology at Carnegie Mellon University focuses on developing the next generation of scientific and entrepreneurial leaders.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$51,250/yr
Brown University4,5(17)
Providence, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

French and Francophone Studies

The graduate program in French and Francophone Studies at the Brown University is the home of advanced studies in French and Francophone literatures, language and civilization.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$71,700/yr

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