For Prospective Students

DEPARTMENT APPLICATION DEADLINE:
DECEMBER 27 FOR ALL MATERIALS

Each year we matriculate approximately five new students in our doctoral program. Students admitted to the Ph.D. program receive complete funding packages from The Graduate School. The package covers tuition, fees, and living expenses funded through a combination of fellowships and teaching. Benefits include medical and dental insurance. Small incoming classes allow for close working relationships with faculty, as well as individually-tailored courses of study. Students enjoy opportunities to teach in the Language Program, T.A. with faculty, and eventually to design and teach their own course.

Explore our Program

How to Apply

Information about the application process and the department's doctoral tracks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions.

Funding

Read about departmental support, fellowships from the University, and other sources. 

Living in Durham

Learn about the rich cultural life  of the Bull City. 

Where Our Students Go

View a list of where our alumni work now.

Dissertation Titles

View details of recently completed dissertations.