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Hi, I'm cross posting this message in both Religion and English forums. Besides U of Chicago, are there any other schools offering PhD programs in Religion and Literature? I believe Claremont has an interfield program in Religion and Literature. If you are applying or are in one of those programs would love to hear from you.

Hi, Besides U of Chicago, are there any other schools offering PhD programs in Religion and Literature? I believe Claremont has an interfield program in Religion and Literature. If you are applying or are in one of those programs would love to hear from you.

Thanks for your replies. It is helpful to see how others did it. My request to sit in on their class was to get a feel for how they were as teachers, a glimpse into their personality and to find out if would I enjoy working with them, etc. It wasn't to try and impress them. I'm a natural born introvert so standing out is the last thing I want. But that doesn't seem to be the correct route.so I'll take your advice and either meet with them after applying or email them to see if they are willing to set up a meeting. thanks again

Hi, Would like to hear how you arranged an interview with professors in your area of interest. I'm applying to a PhD program. I thought an innocent way to get to know a professor would be to ask if I could sit in on one of their classes-- just one time. I live in the area of the schools where I'm applying. Out of 4 potential professors in one university's department, 3 have said no. The common thread was that it would be disruptive to the class. Don't know how that could be since I would just be sitting there quiet. Anyway, that didn't seem to work. Don't know if I can generalize about other universities or if this is a isolated thing. Please share your experience. I'm a little intimidated now asking for an interview after getting rejected from my request to sit in on their class

Hi, There are 2 GRE essays - Issue essay (45 min) and Argument essay (30 min). Given the time limitations, what would you think would be the minimum and maximum word lengths for each essay? My goal is to get at least a 5.5 on this section of the exam. thanks

HI, I'm applying for admission to a PhD in the Humanities (Interdisciplinary studies: Religion/Philosophy/English Lit). During my long and varied academic career, I've collected a MBA in Information Sciences (along with an MA in English Lit). Question: do you think I should submit my business school transcripts when applying for the PhD program. I did well in business school, so that isn't the issue. Just wondering if it's necessary.