Features
Interdisciplinary study is encouraged through participation in the wide range of seminars, lectures, and colloquia sponsored by the various Graduate Groups and affiliated research institutes and centers at the University of Pennsylvania, including the Center for Italian Studies and the Latin American Cultures Program, and at the many cultural institutions in the Philadelphia area.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Italian Teaching and Learning
- Italian Literature
- Italian Film
- Cultural Studies
- Critical Theory
- Pedagogy
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 100
IELTS: 6
General requirements
Candidates for admission to the Ph.D. program should have fluency in Italian as well as an excellent undergraduate record, strong letters of recommendation, and demonstrated skill in academic writing.
- Copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
- A personal statement (1-2 pages in length)
- A writing sample in Italian or English (10-15 pages in length)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 62,900 AUD / year (approximately 44,792 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 62,900 AUD / year (approximately 44,792 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 62,900 AUD / year (approximately 44,792 USD / year)
Additional Details
Most of our PhD programs are fully funded, meaning the program will pay for your tuition and fees, as well as provide you with a minimum stipend of $39,425.
Living costs
Philadelphia, United States: 1,844-3,207 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Italian Studies.
