University of Southern California

Program Information

Degree Offered

Ph.D.

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The program offers: comparative study in major literary genres and periods and in contemporary literary theory. There are particular strengths in drama and fiction; classical, medieval, Renaissance, and 18th thru 20th century literature; and in the theories of structuralism, semiotics, post structuralism, narratology,feminism and psychoanalysis. Specialized study is offered in non-Western traditions and in interdisciplinary subjects such as literature and gender studies.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Doctoral/Research Universities - Extensive

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Large City

Size & Settings: 20,000 and above