Overview

About the program

Comparative Literature at Emory University brings the traditional aims of a Comparative Literature degree-the comparison of literatures across national boundaries-into constellation with the aims of other disciplinary formations such as Philosophy and Psychoanalysis.

We also recognize the significance of engaging "languages" more broadly defined, including, for instance, those virtual languages or symbolic systems that are central to developments in the sciences and technology.

The Department thus encourages theoretical reflection across linguistic and disciplinary boundaries, reflection that remains informed by vigilant attention to the intricacies and performative powers of language.

Throughout our research and teaching, literature serves as the radical point of departure for thinking the challenge and difficulties involved in any act of comparison.

Programme Structure

Research areas include:

Psychoanalysis, Trauma and Testimony
Deconstruction and Philosophy
Aesthetics, Politics, and Postcolonial Studies
Literary Theory and Religious Discourse
Media, Technology and Human/Posthuman Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Atlanta, United States

Disciplines

Literature View 128 other PhDs in Literature in United States

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A complete application must include these elements:

Transcripts - As part of the online application, upload a scanned transcript from each post-secondary institution you have attended, present school included.
Statement of Purpose
Resume/CV
Letters of Recommendation - We require three letters of recommendation from people familiar with your academic performance. You may submit one additional letter.
$75 Application Fee

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

48800 USD / year

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Out-of-State

48800 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

48800 USD / year

≈ 48800 USD / year

Living costs

Atlanta

United States

1213 - 2208 USD / month

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