At a glance
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€62k
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PhD
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- Faculty have received prestigious honors including the Gish Award, Andrew Carnegie Fellowship, Guggenheim Fellowship, and MacArthur Fellowship.Faculty Awards
- Strong emphasis on interdisciplinary study with departments like American Studies, Anthropology, and History.Interdisciplinary Focus
- Opportunity to participate in exchange programs with leading universities such as Harvard, Yale, and MIT.Exchange Programs
- Home to the C.L.R. James Journal and Rites and Reason Theatre.Department Resources
- Program organized around three areas of emphasis: History, Politics, and Theory; Literary, Expressive and Performance Cultures; and Feminism, Gender, and Sexuality.Areas of Emphasis
The PhD program in Africana Studies at Brown University aims to equip students with the skills to generate innovative knowledge and cutting-edge scholarship within the discipline. The department serves as an intellectual hub for studying the artistic, cultural, historical, literary, and theoretical expressions of people of African descent globally. Graduates are prepared for careers in research, teaching, and public service, contributing to academic and non-academic communities with critical thinking and global perspectives. The program emphasizes interdisciplinary work with a focus on race, class, gender, and sexuality. Students engage with theories and methods from other academic disciplines, preparing them for significant contributions to both academic and non-academic spheres. The department fosters a vibrant intellectual community through resources like the C.L.R. James Journal and the Rites and Reason Theatre, and offers opportunities for cross-institutional study.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the tuition and fees for the 2025-2026 academic year?
- Tuition for the 2025-2026 academic year is $71,700. The Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) is an additional annual fee of $4,944. Other fees are billed per semester.
- How long does the PhD program typically take to complete?
- The program description does not specify the typical duration. However, it requires a minimum of 12 courses, comprehensive exams, a dissertation proposal defense, and a dissertation defense.
- What are the application deadlines for the PhD program?
- The application deadline is December 15, 2025, for future cycles. Please note that the program will not be accepting graduate applications during the 2025/2026 admissions cycle.
- What are the entry requirements for the Africana Studies PhD program?
- Applicants must submit a writing sample of 20-25 pages. The GRE General and GRE Subject tests are not required.
- What is the language of instruction for this program?
- The program requires language competency in French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, or another relevant language. The primary language of instruction is English.
- What are the career prospects for graduates of this program?
- Graduates are prepared for careers in research, teaching, and public service in both academic and non-academic communities. Alumni pursue diverse career paths.
Entry requirements
Writing Sample20-25 pages
The GRE General and GRE Subject tests are not required for admission. The program will not be accepting applications for the 2025/2026 admissions cycle.
Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition for the 2025-2026 academic year is $71,700.
Tuition (home)—
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Tuition and fees are billed per semester. The Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) is an annual fee. For the 2025-2026 academic year, the SHIP annual premium is $4,944. Other fees include Undergraduate Student Activities Fee, Undergraduate Student Resources Fee, Student Recreation Fee, Health Services Fee, and Academic Records Fee.
Frequently asked questions
What are the tuition and fees for the 2025-2026 academic year?
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Tuition for the 2025-2026 academic year is $71,700. The Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) is an additional annual fee of $4,944. Other fees are billed per semester.
How long does the PhD program typically take to complete?
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The program description does not specify the typical duration. However, it requires a minimum of 12 courses, comprehensive exams, a dissertation proposal defense, and a dissertation defense.
What are the application deadlines for the PhD program?
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The application deadline is December 15, 2025, for future cycles. Please note that the program will not be accepting graduate applications during the 2025/2026 admissions cycle.
What are the entry requirements for the Africana Studies PhD program?
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Applicants must submit a writing sample of 20-25 pages. The GRE General and GRE Subject tests are not required.
What is the language of instruction for this program?
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The program requires language competency in French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, or another relevant language. The primary language of instruction is English.
What are the career prospects for graduates of this program?
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Graduates are prepared for careers in research, teaching, and public service in both academic and non-academic communities. Alumni pursue diverse career paths.