Comparative Literature

Description

Comparative literature is an exciting, interdisciplinary program that allows you to study literature as it shapes and is shaped by the world of science, economics, politics, sexuality, and other cultural and historical forces. It is a major that should be attractive to students with a wide ranging interest in literature, theory, and cultural studies, and who also wish to read literature in the original language as well as in translation.

The program draws upon faculty from a wide range of disciplines and offers a great deal of personal, individualized guidance in the construction of your major. There is also a strong group of graduate students with diverse interests and language abilities who guide undergraduates through the mentorship program. Students who graduate with a major in comparative literature may go on to study literature in graduate school, or, because of their training in research, critical thinking, and writing, are also prepared for law school and other professional schools.

Detailed Course Facts

• USD 13683 Year (National)
• USD 27978 Year (International)

• English

Course Content

Three courses constitute the foundation of the option in Comparative Literary Studies. In them, students learn the fundamentals of comparative methodologies and engage in sophisticated analyses of literary production in multiple cultures.

• Literature across Borders
• Introduction to Literary Theory
• Capstone Seminar Workshop

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test : 79

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Requirements

Our primary emphasis is placed on the student’s academic promise as demonstrated by:

• completion of required entrance subjects
• academic performance in high school or its equivalent:
• strength of academic program (number/type of academic, honors, or advanced placement courses completed)
• grades and grade trends
• weighted grade-point average(s)
• cumulative rank, when available
• SAT and/or ACT scores
• English Proficiency Examination results, when required

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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Funding

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• Gift aid does not require repayment and is divided into three categories: grants (which recognize financial need) and scholarships and awards (which recognize academic merit, special talents, or other achievements).
• Loans must be repaid (usually after graduation) and can come from private lenders as well as federal, state and university sources.
• Work-study allows students to earn money for college expenses while gaining valuable skills - often in their intended field.

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