Apply to Slavic Languages and Literatures, Doctor of Philosophy
Overview
Our PhD program trains students in interdisciplinary approaches to Slavic cultures, with particular emphasis on literature and the visual arts. Russian, Polish, Czech, Ukrainian, and Balkan languages and literatures are taught by accomplished faculty with a broad variety of specializations, from medieval Slavic literature and the classic realist novel to modernist, socialist realist, and post-communist cultural production. The program emphasizes close work with individual students and programming tailored to meet their needs. Incoming students will clarify their professional interests and work together with faculty to design a program that makes the best use of our resources toward reaching their goals.
Key Information
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Time to Degree |
6-7 years, 9 years max |
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3-4 courses |
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Size of Cohort |
2-3 students |
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15 Courses in the First Two Years, Qualifying Paper in the 2nd Year, Comprehensive Exams in the 3rd year, Minor Field Exam in the 3rd Year, Advancement to Candidacy contingent on Dissertation Proposal Approval, Training in 3 Research Languages, Dissertation Completion |
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5 pedagogical training positions, typically: 2 Graduate Student Teaching Assistantships for REES courses, 2 Graduate Student Lectureships in the language teaching program, and 1 standalone Graduate Student Lectureship for a self-designed course. |
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Graduates of the PhD program have accepted academic and professional positions in language, literature and Slavic studies programs at institutions of higher learning around the world. |
Admission Information
Financial Aid for Prospective Students
- All admitted PhD students are guaranteed to have full funding support from the University and external sources, or a combination of the two for the duration of their program.
- Applicants do not need to apply separately for funding.
Questions?
- Request more information
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Register for an information session or appointment with an admissions representative
- Questions about the application process may be directed to humanitiesadmissions@uchicago.edu or (773) 702-5809
- Students do not need to contact faculty before applying
- Contact slavic-department@uchicago.edu for department specific questions