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    Near & Middle Eastern Studies PhD

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    Basic Information

    Degree Information

    Degree Offered: DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (NEAR & MIDDLE EASTERN STUDIES)
    CIP Code: 05.0108
    Campus: Seattle

    Admission Requirements and Contact Information




    Contact Information


    Program Website

    nmephd@uw.edu

    Requirements and Prerequisites
    MA in a related field (or near completion)
    GRE Requirements
    GRE Requirement: Other.
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    Additional Instructions
    Please be certain to list all colleges attended on the Graduate School Application.
    Non-Native English Speaker Information
    Graduate School requirement: English language proficiency (ELP) is required for graduate study at the University of Washington. Therefore, every applicant whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency as outlined in Graduate School Policy 3.2.

    International Student Information
    Applicants who will need a visa should reference the International Applicant Information page. If admitted to the program, international students requesting an F-1 or J-1 visa will be required to provide financial ability documentation to the UW Graduate School.

    Program Deadlines


    Autumn 2027 - Domestic:
    Open Date: 09/01/2026
    Deadline Date: 01/15/2027

    Autumn 2027 - International:
    Open Date: 09/01/2026
    Deadline Date: 01/15/2027

    Application Materials


    Essay
    3 Recommendation(s)
    Resume
    Statement of Purpose