Overview

Education

The Department offers integrated MA/PhD programs in Hispanic Linguistics, Iberian Studies, Latin American Cultural and Literary Studies, and Literatures and Cultures of the Portuguese-Speaking World. All applicants apply directly to the PhD program; applicants without a prior MA in the field may earn one on the way to the PhD.

There are other exciting fields that reflect the interdisciplinary approach to research of our faculty and students, who frequently take courses outside the Department. Our faculty members and graduate students pursue a great variety of research interests within these fields.

Faculty members maintain active research programs and are, at the same time, committed to excellence in instruction, as attested by numerous teaching awards won in recent years. The Spanish and Portuguese program is offered by The Ohio State University.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Film studies

Latino studies

Literary and cultural theory

Folklore

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-06 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Columbus, United States

Disciplines

Iberian studies View 24 other PhDs in Iberian studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

the completed application

a non-refundable application fee

a current curriculum vitae

a statement of purpose detailing your past achievements, present research interests, educational objectives, career plans, and reasons for choosing your field of study; the statement should be concisely written and not exceed two pages in length

a sample of academic writing, preferably related to your anticipated field of concentration

three letters of recommendation, preferably from faculty members who are familiar with your work

official transcripts from each college or university attended; if from a foreign university the transcript must be accompanied by an English translation.

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Tuition Fee

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International

13452 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13452 USD per year during 60 months.
National

13452 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13452 USD per year during 60 months.
In-State

13452 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13452 USD per year during 60 months.

Living costs for Columbus

940 - 1520 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Spanish and Portuguese.

Available Scholarships

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