Brandeis' English PhD degree program gathers a creative intellectual community for developing original research, writing and pedagogical projects. Founded in 1954, the program has long been ...

We are currently accepting Fall 2026 applications for our Ph.D. program only. The BA-MA, MA, and PhD degree programs in English and American Literature enable students to deepen their knowledge of ...

Join a community of scholars and researchers working together to solve pressing global problems. We are committed to recruiting the very best PhD students and preparing doctoral students for career ...

A Doctorate is the highest academic degree awarded by universities in most fields of study. It involves several years of rigorous research, culminating in a dissertation that contributes new knowledge ...

Please do not send application materials to the Department of English. All application materials should be uploaded directly to Graduate Admissions via the online application system. Please visit the ...

The MA in English is recommended for students preparing to teach at the community college level, for high school teachers seeking to deepen their understanding of literature and literary theory, and ...

PhD students receive five years of funding to complete the curriculum. Funding beyond the 5th year is available competitively and is very likely. In years one and five, students hold a Research ...