The Field

Comparative Literature is the international, interdisciplinary study of literature and culture, including but not limited to film and graphic novels as modes of human expression. Students in Comparative Literature examine works from many linguistic traditions and also analyze literary works in conversation with insights from other disciplines including philosophy, history, music, linguistics, sociology, and media studies.

Having a degree in Comparative Literature means that you know and understand a variety of cultural perspectives, have facility in at least one language other than English, and read, speak, and write well. Comparative Literature graduates have gone on to careers in fields including publishing, journalism and media, law, academia, education, business, and health services.

A fundamentally interdisciplinary program, Comparative Literature also pairs well with other majors. If you are interested, talk to the Undergraduate Program Director or another faculty member about how you might integrate Comparative Literature into your field of study.