Yale University Ph.D. in Classics
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Yale University Ph.D. in Classics

Merit Based
Fellowship
United States of America
Provided by Yale University

Eligibility Criteria

  • Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent.​
  • Demonstrated interest in classical studies, including languages, literature, history, or philosophy.​
     
  • Application Materials:
    • Completed online application form
    • Official academic transcripts
    • Three letters of recommendation
    • Personal statement
    • Writing sample​

       

Application Process

  • Access the online application through Yale University's Graduate School of Arts and Sciences portal.
  • Submit all required documents by the application deadline.
  • Await notification regarding admission decisions.​

Scholarship Benefits

  • Funding Coverage:
    • Full tuition waiver
    • Annual stipend for living expenses (minimum of $40,530 for the 2023–2024 academic year)
    • Comprehensive health insurance​
       
  • Duration of Funding
    • Five years, with most students in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) programs eligible for a sixth year of funding.​
       
  • Extra Benefits:
    • Teaching fellowships in the third and fourth years
    • Access to research and training grants
    • Opportunities to attend seminars and collaborate with various Yale institutions​

Additional Details

  • Program Structure:
    • First two years: Coursework and language proficiency.
    • Third year: Teaching, oral examinations, and dissertation prospectus.
    • Fourth year: Teaching, research, and dissertation writing.
    • Fifth/Sixth year: Dedicated dissertation completion​.
       
  • Institutional Resources
    • Students have access to various Yale institutions for additional research and training opportunities, such as the Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library and the Whitney Humanities Center.​
       
  • Contact Information:
    • Email: classics@yale.edu
    • Phone: +1 (203) 432-2546
    • Address: Department of Classics, Yale University, P.O. Box 208266, New Haven, CT 06520-8266, USA​

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Fields of Study
Classics
Coverage
Full Tuition Waiver + Other Expenses
Deadline
Program Deadline Applies
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Scholarship Details

TypeMerit Based
FundingFellowship
Country United States of America

Universities

Yale University