PhD in Italian Studies in Philadelphia United States | University of Pennsylvania

The Italian Graduate Program within the University of Pennsylvania's Department of Romance Languages provides diverse academic pathways, encompassing Italian literature, film, cultural studies, critical theory, and contemporary teaching methodologies. Participants can design their coursework to focus on a primary specialization while exploring secondary areas of interest. The program permits up to four external courses—such as those in other Romance languages, Comparative Literature, English, or History—to enrich their studies. Options include certificate programs in Women's Studies and Urban Studies. Cross-disciplinary engagement is fostered through seminars, lectures, and events hosted by Penn's Graduate Groups, research centers like the Center for Italian Studies and Latin American Cultures Program, as well as Philadelphia's cultural organizations.