PhD in Spanish and Portuguese in Princeton United States | Princeton University

The Department of Spanish and Portuguese focuses on preparing students to excel as educators and researchers in Spanish and/or Portuguese languages and cultures. The program is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge across Spanish and Luso-Afro-Brazilian studies while allowing specialization in specific areas, equipping students to grow as independent scholars. The Graduate Program is overseen by the Director of Graduate Studies (DGS) in collaboration with the Department Chair, who jointly handle policy matters and academic regulations. Students meet frequently with the DGS starting from their first semester to discuss academic progress, course selections, and research interests. To promote open dialogue, the department organizes semesterly meetings where all students can engage with the Chair and DGS. Additionally, the graduate liaison committee (GLC), consisting of student representatives from each year, serves as a bridge between students and faculty by relaying concerns and suggestions to the DGS. While fourth-year students and beyond may retain their existing advisor/second reader/examiner structure, first-, second-, and third-year students will now work with a three-member committee (including an advisor). These students must select their third committee member by September 30 of their fifth semester.