Program Overview

Communication and Media Studies, PhD

Program Description

In our doctoral program, you’re more than just a student. You will contribute as a scholar and educator within a diverse, inclusive community shaped by various disciplines and global perspectives. You’ll conduct impactful research that contributes to the field and create your research portfolio under the guidance of SOJC faculty advisors. Benefit from a rich interdisciplinary environment where you can tailor your studies to your passions.

As a leading R1 research institution with a storied history in journalism and communication, our program equips you with advanced research skills and a strong foundation for academic or professional success. Our faculty are internationally recognized experts in many media and communication research topics, including science, health, and environmental communication; technology and society; game studies; global media; critical/cultural approaches to communication; persuasion and media psychology; media and public life; immersive and visual media; film; and more.

Prerequisites

• Master's degree completed before program begins

Application at a Glance

• Official Transcripts
• English Language Proficiency Requirement
• Financial Verification for International Applicants
• Program-Specific Application Requirements:
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Personal Statement
  • Academic Writing Sample
  • Resume or CV

Application Deadline

• Fall 2025
• Final Deadline - December 01, 2024
• Applications must be submitted and paid for by 11:59 PM Pacific Time on the specified deadline date to be considered eligible.