New York University Fully Funded PhD in Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies
PhD @New York University posted 1 week agoJob Description
New York University (NYU) offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies (MEIS) through its Department of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies, part of the Graduate School of Arts and Science (GSAS). This program provides comprehensive financial support to admitted doctoral students, enabling them to focus on their academic and research endeavors.​
Program Overview
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Degree: Ph.D. in Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies
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Institution: New York University
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Department: Department of Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies
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Academic Tracks:
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Culture & Representation
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Islamic Studies
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Literature
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Joint Degree Option: Ph.D. in History and Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies (for students focusing on Middle Eastern history)
The MEIS Ph.D. program offers interdisciplinary training in the languages, cultures, histories, and religions of the Middle East, spanning from the rise of Islam to the present. Students engage in coursework and research leading to a dissertation, working closely with faculty members to develop a research program informed by interdisciplinary perspectives. The program emphasizes theoretical knowledge and critical, analytical, argumentative, and writing skills necessary to design, conduct, elaborate, and disseminate research in the fields of Middle Eastern and Islamic studies.
Funding Package
All admitted Ph.D. students receive the MacCracken Fellowship, which includes:
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Tuition and Fees: Full coverage for five years.
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Stipend: Competitive annual stipend.
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Teaching: Teaching is not a condition of the fellowship. However, students are strongly encouraged to serve as teaching assistants in departmental courses or in the College of Arts and Science’s College Core Curriculum, and to sole-teach summer courses. Compensation for these assignments is in addition to the MacCracken Fellowship.
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Additional Funding: Beyond the five years of the MacCracken Fellowship, students may receive additional fellowships from MEIS, NYU, or external sources to support dissertation research and writing.
The department also offers summer language fellowships, including the Carola Berthelot Trust Fellowship and the R. Bayly Winder Summer Language Fellowship, to support language study integral to students’ academic programs.
Admission Requirements
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Academic Background: A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution.
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Application Materials:
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Online application through NYU’s GSAS portal.
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Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
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Three letters of recommendation.
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Statement of purpose detailing research interests and career goals.
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Resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
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Writing sample demonstrating scholarly work.
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Test Scores:
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GRE: Not required.
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TOEFL/IELTS: Required for non-native English speakers unless they have completed a degree at an institution where the language of instruction is English.
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The application deadline for fall admission is typically in mid-December. Prospective students should consult the department’s website for the most current information.
NYU’s Ph.D. program in Middle Eastern and Islamic Studies offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to the study of the Middle East, supported by a robust funding package and a commitment to academic excellence. Students benefit from the department’s diverse faculty expertise and the vibrant intellectual community at NYU.
