Waltham,
MA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies in Waltham United States | Brandeis University
Brandeis University
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Waltham United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
57,860
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
For those passionate about conducting groundbreaking, original research that advances Jewish studies or related fields, seeking mentorship from globally recognized experts while being intellectually stimulated, and desiring a lasting scholarly community, pursuing a PhD in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies at Brandeis may be your ideal path. Regardless of your chosen specialization, earning a PhD from our department will immerse you in critical inquiry and pioneering research within your area of passion, equipping you for a lifetime dedicated to knowledge creation and sharing.
Career Paths and Graduates
Brandeis PhD recipients in Near Eastern and Judaic Studies have launched distinguished academic careers at top-tier universities worldwide, while others have pursued diverse professional paths in both public and private sectors. Our recent graduates include religious leaders, military officers, postdoctoral researchers, and higher education administrators.
Our alumni have achieved remarkable publishing success:
Celene Ibrahim PhD's thought-provoking piece "Do Non-Muslims Help or Hurt Women by Wearing Hijabs" was featured in the New York Times.
Zev Eleff PhD15 collaborated with Professor Jonathan Sarna on the recently published article "The Immigration Clause that Transformed Orthodox Judaism in the United States" in American Jewish History.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Transcripts from all universities and colleges attended must be uploaded to your application, do not mail official transcripts to our office. For more information, visit Frequently Asked Questions.
Three letters of recommendation, submitted online. The BA/MA program requires only one letter of recommendation.
Curriculum vitae (CV) or resume
Statement of purpose indicating your reasons for undertaking graduate study. In addition, please describe your qualifications for the academic program and your objectives in undertaking this program.
Writing Sample not exceeding 35 pages, the 35-page maximum may consist of a single critical essay or two shorter essays of approximately equal length.
Graduate Record Exam (GRE) recommended but not required for the PhD, standalone master's, and joint master's program in NEJS/WGS. Brandeis undergraduates applying to the BA/MA program do not need the GRE. If you will be submitting results from this exam, our GRE institution code is 3092 (please note: this ETS institution code only applies to GRE scores). MyBest scores from ETS will not be accepted.
Additional Requirements for International Applicants: Score report from one of the following English language proficiency exams: TOEFL iBT, TOEFL Revised Paper-delivered Test, TOEFL ITP Plus for China Solution, IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, or Duolingo English Test. You can arrange for the delivery of your TOEFL iBT or Revised Paper-delivered Test score report by providing ETS with our institution code, 3261 (no department code is necessary), please note that we do not accept TOEFL Essentials score reports or MyBest scores from ETS.
100 (TOEFL iBT)
627 (TOEFL ITP Plus for China Solution)
600 (TOEFL Revised Paper-delivered Test)
120 (Duolingo English Test)
7 (IELTS Academic Test)
68 (PTE Academic Test)
Three letters of recommendation, submitted online. The BA/MA program requires only one letter of recommendation.
Curriculum vitae (CV) or resume
Statement of purpose indicating your reasons for undertaking graduate study. In addition, please describe your qualifications for the academic program and your objectives in undertaking this program.
Writing Sample not exceeding 35 pages, the 35-page maximum may consist of a single critical essay or two shorter essays of approximately equal length.
Graduate Record Exam (GRE) recommended but not required for the PhD, standalone master's, and joint master's program in NEJS/WGS. Brandeis undergraduates applying to the BA/MA program do not need the GRE. If you will be submitting results from this exam, our GRE institution code is 3092 (please note: this ETS institution code only applies to GRE scores). MyBest scores from ETS will not be accepted.
Additional Requirements for International Applicants: Score report from one of the following English language proficiency exams: TOEFL iBT, TOEFL Revised Paper-delivered Test, TOEFL ITP Plus for China Solution, IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, or Duolingo English Test. You can arrange for the delivery of your TOEFL iBT or Revised Paper-delivered Test score report by providing ETS with our institution code, 3261 (no department code is necessary), please note that we do not accept TOEFL Essentials score reports or MyBest scores from ETS.
100 (TOEFL iBT)
627 (TOEFL ITP Plus for China Solution)
600 (TOEFL Revised Paper-delivered Test)
120 (Duolingo English Test)
7 (IELTS Academic Test)
68 (PTE Academic Test)
Tuition
USD
57,860