University of Wisconsin-Madison Fully Funded PhD in French

PhD @University of Wisconsin–Madison posted 1 week ago

Job Description

University of Wisconsin–Madison offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in French through its Department of French & Italian. The program provides comprehensive training in French and Francophone literature, critical theory, film, gender and queer studies, romance philology, and foreign language pedagogy.

Program Overview

Degree: Ph.D. in French
Institution: University of Wisconsin–Madison
Department: French & Italian

The program emphasizes both broad coverage and specialization, preparing students for academic and research careers. Students engage in coursework, teaching, and original research leading to a dissertation.

Funding Package

All admitted Ph.D. students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:

Tuition and Fees: Full coverage for the duration of the program.
Stipend: An annual stipend, with teaching assistantships for courses like French 101–204 offering $13,262.50 per semester for a 50% appointment .
Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage funded by the university.
Duration: Guaranteed funding for a minimum of five years for students entering with a B.A., and four years for those entering with an M.A.

Additional funding opportunities include:

Advanced Opportunity Fellowships (AOF): For U.S. citizens or permanent residents who are minority, economically disadvantaged, or McNair students. AOF provides a $30,000 stipend for the 2023–24 academic year, along with tuition, fees, a $600 welcome payment, and health benefits .
Campus Fellowships: Such as the Chancellor’s Fellowship, starting at around $11,000 per semester .
Departmental Awards: Monetary awards for academic performance and teaching excellence.
Exchange Programs: Opportunities to study in Paris, Geneva, or Aix-en-Provence.

Admission Requirements

Academic Background: A strong foundation in French studies or related fields.
Application Materials:
- Online application through the UW–Madison Graduate School.
- Statement of purpose outlining research interests and career goals.
- Three letters of recommendation.
- Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.
- Resume or curriculum vitae (CV).
- Writing sample in French (7–12 pages).
- List of French literature and/or civilization courses taken with grades.
- TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers.