University of Nevada Las Vegas

PhD in English

Closes: Jan 1, 2027

Overview

The traditional PhD in English from University of Nevada, Las Vegas focuses on literary study, although a concentration of six credits may be earned in composition studies. Each student chooses three areas in which to specialize: (1) a chronological period, (2) a literary genre, and (3) either an additional chronological period, a major author, or a special topic approved by the student's advisory committee.

Coursework is devoted to developing a high degree of professional expertise in these three areas of specialization. Such knowledge is tested in a qualifying examination and is also the basis upon which the student writes a doctoral dissertation.

Learning Outcomes

Students will develop a capability for professional research, critical thinking, and publishable writing.
Students will develop expertise in a chronological period, a literary genre, and an additional period, major author, or special topic.
Students will demonstrate a reading knowledge of one foreign or computer language.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Creative Writing Workshop
Independent Study
Bibliography and Methods
Survey of Literary Criticism and Theory
College Teaching in Language and Literature

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

GPA: 3.5
GRE: Required

English requirements

TOEFL iBT: 80
PTE Academic: 65
IELTS: 6.5

Other requirements

General requirements

All applicants must possess a B.A. in English or a related field from a regionally accredited university.
Applicants to the Post-Master's Literature subplan must possess an M.A. in English or a related field from a regionally accredited institution with at least 21 graduate credits and a graduate GPA of 3.50 or better.
Applicants to the Creative Dissertation subplan may possess either an M.A. in English or a related field as stated above or an M.F.A. in Creative Writing from an accredited institution.

Key information

Duration

Full-time: 72 months (time limits for degree completion: 6 years if admitted post-masters; 8 years if admitted post-bachelor's degree)

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting August 2027
Apply before Jan 2027

Language

English

Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Las Vegas, United States

Disciplines

Language Studies

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International (Non-residents): 37,607 AUD / year (approx. 26,658 USD / year)
Out-of-State: 37,198 AUD / year (approx. 26,368 USD / year)
Domestic (In-State): 10,913 AUD / year (approx. 7,736 USD / year)

Living costs

Las Vegas, United States

1,241-2,017 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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University of Nevada Las Vegas

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