In the Ph.D. program in Communication at The Ohio State University, students work closely with world-renowned faculty on current research. In coursework, the emphasis is on understanding the body of knowledge in communication and on learning how to use what is known to generate new knowledge through research. In addition to gaining a solid grounding in the communication literature, through our Ph.D. program students learn the skills necessary to develop solid academic careers through teaching, attending professional conferences and publishing their own research.
We offer funding to all doctoral students admitted to our program.
Doctoral students work closely with distinguished scholars as mentors in developing individualized programs focusing on the topics that intersect the interests of the faculty and the student. Over the course of their program, students are encouraged to co-author papers and journal articles with faculty members.
Through generous travel awards, the School of Communication, as well as the Graduate School at OSU, enable students to participate in national and international communication conferences. At these conferences our students become acquainted with faculty and graduate students from other universities around the world, establishing lasting friendships and professional relationships.
Through the combination of training, mentoring and socialization, our students are among the most sought-after for the top positions in the field.
Most of our Ph.D. students enter academic careers following graduation, although some enter various communication industries and use their research skills in marketing, polling, media or other industries.
For more information, contact the Graduate Program Coordinator by email at comm@osu.edu or call (614) 292-6503.
You can read more about our graduate program requirements and our admissions procedures on the following documents:
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