Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, the Department of Comparative Literature at Harvard University is a distinguished center for exploring literature across diverse linguistic, cultural, and national landscapes. Established in 1904, it stands as one of the earliest programs of its kind in the United States, providing a dynamic environment for critical engagement with texts from around the globe. The department offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs, including a PhD, designed to cultivate a global perspective and deep understanding of human expression. Students delve into various literary traditions, theoretical frameworks, and interdisciplinary connections, benefiting from renowned faculty expertise and flexible study options that prepare them for a wide array of career paths.
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Harvard University is a private Ivy League research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Founded in 1636 as Harvard College and named for its first benefactor, the Puritan clergyman John Harvard, it is the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States. Its influence, wealth, and rankings have made it one of the most prestigious universities in the world.
