PhD in History- Eastern Europe, Russia and Eurasia in Stanford United States | Stanford University

Students collaborate with their advisors to design their academic programs. Proficiency in Russian or another East European language, aligned with the student's specialization, is mandatory. Additionally, students must demonstrate reading ability (ideally advanced) in one secondary literature language, with German being highly recommended (French or another suitable language may be approved by the advisor). While there is no Core Colloquium, students participate in graduate colloquia with faculty in their primary and related fields, tailored to their research interests. Oral examinations should be completed by mid-third year, with a dissertation proposal submitted by the end of the third year. Although no formal thesis defense is required, students may opt to have one. Active participation is encouraged in the Russian and East European History Kruzhok, CREEES public lectures, the Modern European Workshop, and relevant Humanities Center Geballe Faculty/Graduate Student Workshops. The department typically expects Ph.D. candidates to complete their degree requirements within four to six years, though individual timelines may vary based on undergraduate preparation and specific language/research demands of their chosen field.