Pacifica Graduate Institute's program in Mythological Studies explores the understanding of human experience revealed in mythology and in the manifold links between myth and ritual, literature, art, and religious experience. Special attention is given to depth psychological and archetypal approaches to the study of myth.

The Mythological Studies Program is a doctoral program designed as an integrated M.A./Ph.D. sequence with coursework in three areas of study:

• Mythology and Religious Traditions
• Myth, Literature, and Culture
• Depth Psychology and Research

The Master of Arts degree is awarded after the first two years of study and a comprehensive examination. The program continues with a third year of classes including a sequence of research courses and the development of an acceptable concept paper for the dissertation. The fourth and fifth years of study focus on dissertation writing and research. Continuing supervision is provided for the completion of the dissertation.