Comparative Literature, Ph.D.

(PCOMP)

LSU offers the PhD in comparative literature. The PhD program requires at least 48 hours beyond the bachelor’s degree, a general examination, a dissertation, and a final examination in defense of the dissertation. Students must demonstrate competency in three national languages and literatures.

To minor in Comparative Literature, graduate students in other disciplines must demonstrate competency in three national languages and literatures and complete nine hours of 7000 level courses in Comparative Literature (CPLT).