American Studies, Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Doctoral students entering with a Bachelor's degree must complete a minimum of 42 credits of coursework. Doctoral students entering with a Master's degree must complete a minimum of 30 credits of coursework.
Advance to Candidacy: In addition to the coursework requirements below, all doctoral students must pass two comprehensive exams, as well as submit a Dissertation Prospectus. The first Comprehensive exam is on History, Theory, and Methods. The second exam is an Interdisciplinary Synthesis Paper.
Post-Candidacy: Complete at least 12 credits of AMST899 and write and defend an interdisciplinary dissertation that answers significant questions about American culture(s) and experiences, past or present.
Students entering with a Bachelor's degree
Minimum of 42 credits required
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Requirements | ||
| AMST601 | Introductory Theories and History in American Studies | 3 |
| AMST603 | Current Approaches to American Studies | 3 |
| AMST898 | Pre-Candidacy Research | 3 |
| Select nine credits of AMST designated seminar courses | 9 | |
| Select a three-credit methods seminar course | 3 | |
| Specialization Requirements | ||
| Select 18 credits of specialization courses, with nine credits in each | 18 | |
| Dissertation Research Requirements | ||
| AMST899 | Doctoral Dissertation Research | 12 |
| Total Credits | 51 | |
Students entering with a Master's degree
Minimum of 30 credits required
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Core Requirements | ||
| AMST601 | Introductory Theories and History in American Studies | 3 |
| AMST603 | Current Approaches to American Studies | 3 |
| AMST898 | Pre-Candidacy Research | 3 |
| Select nine credits of AMST designated seminar courses | 9 | |
| Select a three-credit methods seminar course | 3 | |
| Specialization Requirements | ||
| Select 12 credits of specialization courses, with six credits in each | 12 | |
| Dissertation Research Requirements | ||
| AMST899 | Doctoral Dissertation Research | 12 |
| Total Credits | 45 | |