Anthropology
The Anthropology 4+1 Program is designed for students interested in exploring diverse human experiences and dedicated to developing strong critical thinking skills. With a focus on culture, society, and human evolution, the program offers advanced training in understanding the complexity of human life across time and place.
Jason Nesbitt, Graduate Director

Art History
The Art History 4+1 Program is ideal for students passionate about conducting thorough art historical research and refining their scholarly expertise. Focusing on visual cultures and artistic traditions, the program provides comprehensive training in analyzing and interpreting artworks within their historical and cultural contexts.
Barbara Mundy, Graduate Director

Computational Linguistics
The Computational Linguistics 4+1 Program welcomes students fascinated by natural and artificial languages who want to apply computational techniques to study language and communication. Through this program, students gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and methods to analyze linguistic data while examining the connections between language, culture, and society.
Charles Mignot, Graduate Director

English
The English 4+1 Program offers students the opportunity to deepen their understanding of literature through advanced research and critical analysis. Designed for those passionate about exploring a wide range of literary traditions and theories, the program fosters intellectual growth and prepares students to engage thoughtfully with complex texts and cultural conversations.
Mike Kuczynski, Graduate Director

French
The French 4+1 Program provides students with an immersive opportunity to advance their knowledge of the French language and Francophone cultures. Focused on both academic research and professional development, this program helps students build strong language proficiency while engaging deeply with the diverse cultural and scholarly aspects of French Studies.
Chelsea Stieber, Graduate Director

History
The History 4+1 Program is designed for students eager to dive deeper into historical research and committed to understanding complex historical narratives. Ideal for those looking to develop advanced analytical and critical thinking skills, this program offers a rigorous and enriching foundation in historical study.
Kathryn Edwards, Graduate Director

Linguistics
The Linguistics 4+1 Program welcomes students interested in understanding the mechanics of language and exploring its various structures and theoretical frameworks. Through this program, students gain in-depth analytical skills and a strong foundation in the scientific study of language.
Nathalie Dajko, Graduate Director

Philosophy
The Philosophy 4+1 Program is tailored for students eager to explore complex philosophical questions and enhance their abilities in critical analysis and persuasive communication. This program equips students with the intellectual tools needed for success in further graduate studies, law school, or other fields that value rigorous reasoning and clear expression.
Caroline Arruda, Graduate Director

Policy Economics
The Policy Economics 4+1 Program is designed for students committed to understanding economic challenges and eager to develop the analytical skills needed to contribute to economic policy. The program focuses on the intersection of economic theory and its practical applications, preparing students to tackle real-world policy issues with confidence.
John Edwards, Graduate Director

Political Economy with Data Analytics
The Political Economy 4+1 Program is designed for students interested in how policies shape economic, cultural, and institutional outcomes. The program emphasizes modern analytical tools, hands-on data analysis, and statistical programming using Stata, R, and Python. Students gain the skills needed for evidence-based decision-making in real-world political economic contexts.
Justin Cook, Graduate Director

Spanish and Portuguese
The Spanish & Portuguese 4+1 Program is designed for students who are enthusiastic about Hispanic and Luso-Brazilian literature and cultural studies and eager to deepen their expertise in Spanish and Portuguese. Ideal for those interested in careers where bilingual proficiency is an asset, this program offers advanced training in language, literature, and cultural analysis.
Antonio Gómez, Graduate Director