Job Description
University of Chicago offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Art History through its Department of Art History. The program provides comprehensive financial support to all admitted doctoral students, ensuring they can focus on their academic and research pursuits.
Program Overview
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Degree: Ph.D. in Art History
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Institution: University of Chicago
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Department: Department of Art History
The program offers multifaceted art historical training, including object-driven teaching and research, robust language offerings, and opportunities for extensive coursework in other disciplines across the Humanities Division, the Social Sciences Division, and the Divinity School. Graduate students benefit from vibrant partnerships with world-class art institutions in Chicago, both on and off campus, including the programs of the Chicago Object Study Initiative.
Funding Package
All admitted Ph.D. students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:
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Tuition and Fees: Full coverage.
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Stipend: An annual stipend (e.g., $32,000 over 12 months.
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Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage funded by the university.
Additionally, students receive departmental discretionary research and travel funds: $5,000 for pre-dissertation travel and other research expenses, and $10,000 for post-ABD travel and other research expenses. These funds can be used for various research-related expenses, including travel, museum visits, language study, and conference participation.
The department also offers various endowed fellowships to support students’ language study, dissertation research, and other research expenses. Students are encouraged to apply for external fellowships to enhance funding for dissertation research and writing beyond the divisional funding package.
Admission Requirements
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Academic Background: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in art history or a related field.
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Application Materials:
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Online application through the University of Chicago’s admissions portal.
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Statement of purpose outlining research interests and career goals.
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Three letters of recommendation.
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Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
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Resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
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Writing sample demonstrating research capabilities.
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TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers.
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GRE scores are not required for admission.
