Overview

Upon completion of course work, the English Language and Literature Ph.D. student at Catholic University of America takes a comprehensive exam consisting of three parts: literature of an historical period; literary theory and the history of criticism; and an individualized field in which the dissertation is to be written.

Features

The dissertation, a substantial piece of original research, gives the doctoral program its capstone.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Pursuing a degree in English at Catholic University provides a unique opportunity to study literature in the nation’s capital, a vibrant city for literature and the arts.

As part of a class, you might walk the same streets that Walt Whitman did during the Civil War, catch a performance of Hamlet at the Shakespeare Theatre Company, or take the Metro to hear Marilynne Robinson read from her latest book.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

54 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., United States

Disciplines

Language Studies Literature View 210 other PhDs in Language Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

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IELTS

6.5

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Learn your IELTS Score

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98 accuracy using real exam data
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Other requirements

General requirements

Prospective students should apply

to the PhD program if you wish to earn a PhD in English, and already hold an MA in English

to the MA/PhD program if you wish to earn a PhD in English and do not already hold an MA in English

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

13824 USD / year

≈ 13824 USD / year
Out-of-State

13824 USD / year

≈ 13824 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13824 USD / year

≈ 13824 USD / year

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

United States

1705 - 2975 USD / month

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 English Language and Literature.

Available Scholarships

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Overview

Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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