The University of Notre Dame, based in Notre Dame, Indiana offers a fully funded PhD in English. This is a highly selective doctoral program that trains graduate students to enter the academic profession of literary studies. Ph.D. students enjoy access to a world-class faculty practicing a variety of methodological and interdisciplinary approaches within a collegial and supportive community. All students admitted to the PhD program can expect full funding for five years which includes tuition and stipends, plus opportunities for the sixth year.