Overview

This Asian Literature, Religion and Culture programme offered by Cornell University focuses on the advanced study of literature, religion, culture, and intellectual history across East Asia, South Asia, and Southeast Asia. Research explores diverse textual, cultural, and religious traditions through engagement with primary sources in their original languages and with contemporary scholarly debates. Doctoral candidates develop specialised knowledge within a regional or national context while examining broader cultural, historical, and intellectual developments.

Key Facts

The programme combines advanced coursework, language training, thesis research, examinations, and teaching experience. Students pursue multiple areas of specialisation, including literary, cultural, religious, and theoretical fields, and develop expertise in both primary-source analysis and scholarly interpretation. Through independent research, international study opportunities, and sustained engagement with Asian languages and traditions, doctoral candidates contribute original scholarship while preparing for academic and research careers.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Asian Religions
East Asian Literature and Culture
South Asian Literature and Culture
Southeast Asian Literature and Culture
Intellectual History
Literary Traditions of Asia
Cultural Traditions of Asia
Religious Thought and Practice

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-18 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ithaca, United States

Disciplines

Asian studies View 21 other PhDs in Asian studies in United States

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

three recommendations

GRE general test

three years of study in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, or Vietnamese language

academic writing sample (approximately 25 pages)

TOEFL minimum score of 600 paper-based or 250 computer-based

Tuition Fees

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20800 USD / year

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20800 USD / year

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20800 USD / year

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Living costs

Ithaca

United States

1128 - 2460 USD / month

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