University of Pennsylvania Benjamin Franklin Fellowship – Ph.D. in French and Francophone Studies

Merit Based

Fellowship

United States of America

Provided by University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor's or Master's degree in French, Francophone Studies, or related fields.\
Proficiency in French; non-native English speakers may need to provide TOEFL or IELTS scores.
Strong academic record with demonstrated research interests aligning with the program's focus areas.

Prepare necessary documents, including academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, statement of purpose, and writing samples.
Complete the online application through the University of Pennsylvania's Graduate Division portal.
Submit standardized test scores, if required.
Ensure all materials are submitted by the application deadline.
Documents Required:
- Academic transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
- Writing samples
- Standardized test scores (if applicable)

Funding Coverage:
- Full tuition waiver
- Annual stipend
- Health insurance coverage
- Summer funding for the first three years
Duration of Funding:
- Five years, contingent on satisfactory academic progress.
Extra Benefits:
- Teaching assistantship opportunities
- Access to extensive research resources and libraries
- Opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration
- Professional development and career placement support

Contact Information:
- Graduate Chair: Eva Del Soldato
- Graduate Coordinator: Laura Flippin
- Phone: +1 (215) 898-7429
- Address: Francophone, Italian & Germanic Studies, 521 Williams Hall, 255 South 36th Street, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104

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Fields of Study

Languages

Coverage

Full Tuition Waiver + Other Expenses

Deadline

Program Deadline Applies

TypeMerit Based

FundingFellowship

Country United States of America

University of Pennsylvania