Program Overview

Program Overview

The Communication Sciences and Disorder/Doctor of Philosophy program is a graduate program offered by James Madison University.

Application Deadline

The application for the program opens on September 1, and the deadline for guaranteed consideration for funding is January 31st. After January 31st, applications will continue to be reviewed, and students will be admitted on a space-available basis.

Program Begins

The program begins in the Fall semester.

Transcripts

Unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary institutions should be uploaded with the electronic application and may be used for departmental admission review purposes. If offered admission, official transcripts from any institution from which a degree has been awarded must be submitted to the JMU Graduate School to finalize admission. Transcripts are considered official if they are sent to JMU directly from the issuing institution.

Required by Program

• A curriculum vitae
  • This should outline the applicant's academic and professional experience.
• Personal statement regarding career goals, reasons for pursuing a doctoral degree, and areas of research interest
  • This statement should provide insight into the applicant's motivations and goals.
• Three letters of recommendation
  • These letters should be from academic or professional references who can speak to the applicant's qualifications and potential.
• GRE General Test
  • Students may request that the GRE be waived; they should contact the Program Director for more information.
• Personal interview
  • The interview can be conducted via Zoom.

International Applicants

International graduate applicants should refer to the Transcripts & Credential Evaluation webpage for details regarding transcripts and credential evaluations from non-US academic institutions.