skipping MA?

[cyclechicster]

Hi everyone! I'm currently looking at Comparative Literature programs in the US and my national literature focuses would be Chilean literature and Palestinian literature. The way my search is going, I'd have to choose b/n a program w/ a good Hispanic literature dept/faculty or a good Palestinian/Middle Eastern lit dept. At this point, I'm sort of despairing of finding the perfect fit, and I'm wondering if maybe I should apply to University of Chile's PhD program in Chilean literature. Do you know anyone who has attempted to go from a BA straight into a PhD program? Is this even a good idea? The application period is in August, so I have a little bit of time to think it over, but I'd really appreciate some advice! Thanks in advance