Northwestern University Fully Funded PhD in Spanish and Portuguese
PhD @Northwestern University posted 4 hours agoJob Description
Northwestern University offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Spanish and Portuguese through its Department of Spanish & Portuguese. This program provides comprehensive financial support to admitted doctoral students, enabling them to focus on their academic and research pursuits.
Program Overview
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Degree: Ph.D. in Spanish and Portuguese
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Institution: Northwestern University
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Department: Department of Spanish & Portuguese
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Program Structure: Full-time, research-intensive, typically completed in 5–6 years
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Research Areas:
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Latin American, Iberian, and U.S. Latino literary and cultural traditions
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Interdisciplinary studies involving Anthropology, History, Performance Studies, Comparative Literary Studies, Latin American and Caribbean Studies, Latino Studies, and African Studies​
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The program emphasizes interdisciplinary training, offering a comprehensive curriculum and opportunities for students to engage in cutting-edge research under the mentorship of nationally and internationally renowned faculty. Students can also engage with the vibrant Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking communities in Evanston and Chicago, benefiting from institutions such as the Newberry Library, the National Museum of Mexican Art, and the Instituto Cervantes.
Funding Package
All admitted Ph.D. students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:​
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Tuition and Fees: Full coverage for five years.
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Stipend: Competitive annual stipend of $45,000 for the 2024–25 academic year.
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Health Insurance: Fully subsidized health insurance coverage. ​
The funding package comprises two years of fellowship and three years of teaching assistantships during years 1 through 5. Additionally, students receive fellowship support for four summers.
Students are encouraged to apply for external fellowships. Those who secure external awards equal to or exceeding the base stipend rate receive a supplement of $500 per month for the award period.
Additional Funding Opportunities
The Department of Spanish & Portuguese offers several grants to support research and professional development:​
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Cyrus DeCoster Graduate Student Research Awards: Up to $3,000 for dissertation research.
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Graduate Student Professional Travel and Development Grant: Up to $800 to defray costs of presenting at conferences.
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Graduate Research Grant (GRG): Up to $3,000 to support scholarly research and creative endeavors.
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Digital Humanities Research Grant: Up to $2,500 for specialized training in digital technologies.
Admission Requirements
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Academic Background: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Spanish, Portuguese, or a related field from an accredited institution.
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Application Materials:
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Completed online application form through The Graduate School (TGS) of Northwestern University.
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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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TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers.​
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Please note that GRE scores are not required for admission to the Ph.D. program in Spanish and Portuguese.
