Brown University (reviews)

The Literature Department has been one of the most enriching academic spaces I have experienced. What stands out first is the quality of its faculty. The professors are exceptionally well qualified, not only in terms of academic credentials, but also in the depth of their engagement with literature as a living field of thought. Their teaching goes beyond explaining texts; they invite students to question, interpret, and connect literary works with history, philosophy, and contemporary life.

Another remarkable strength of the department is its relationship with great authors. There is a genuine respect for literary tradition, but also an openness to diverse voices, genres, and perspectives. Through the curriculum, students encounter both canonical writers and emerging authors, which creates a broad and dynamic understanding of literature. This balance makes the study of literature feel both rigorous and alive.

What I particularly appreciate is how the department fosters critical thinking and creativity at the same time. Discussions are intellectually stimulating, yet there is always room for personal interpretation and original ideas. The environment encourages curiosity, close reading, and meaningful dialogue.

Beyond academics, the department cultivates a strong sense of community among students and faculty. It feels like a place where ideas matter and where a passion for reading and writing is genuinely shared.

I really love the Literature Department because it combines scholarly excellence, inspiring teaching, and a deep commitment to great authors and literary culture. It is not only a place to study literature, but a place to experience its transformative power.

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Brown’s open curriculum allows students to select and take courses that they are open to potentially concentrating in, however doesn’t limit the students to courses within the concentrations themselves. Rather, the university encourages students to explore a range of potential interests and offers an incredible variety of courses, for example I am able to take ‘Organic Chemistry’, ‘Protest and Dissidence in Iran’, and ‘Financial Accounting’ in the same semester if I have interest in these three courses. The curriculum style allows students to take advantage of a more holistic approach to education and reduces the stress of thinking about what they want to do/be in the future. Furthermore, there is no GPA system, and students can take courses pass/fail which again, reduces the stress that is commonly associated with homework, coursework, and exams.

My experience has been incredible, and for that I must credit the people. Brunonians are very open-minded and worldly individuals who love both inspiring and being inspired by others.

At Brown, in my class and other classes, the average class size is around 20 students, the university provides an intimate and engaging learning environment. The small class sizes at Brown allow for meaningful interactions and discussions between students and professors. This facilitates a more personalized and hands-on approach to education, enabling us to actively participate in class and develop deeper understanding of the subject matter and relate easily with professors. Also knowing most of classmates enabled me create a bond that made it east to seek academic support from my peers.