Carbondale,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Mass Communication and Media Arts in Carbondale United States | Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
|
Carbondale United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
40,809
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
The PhD program immerses participants in cross-disciplinary exploration of worldwide media within a scholarly environment of researchers and content creators. It examines diverse theoretical frameworks and methodologies from multiple academic traditions, while allowing students to focus on specific domains and techniques. Participants gain robust conceptual and research training through an adaptable, institution-wide curriculum aimed at cultivating exceptional academics and educators who advance knowledge in mass communication. Candidates collaborate directly with distinguished faculty who possess global recognition across various media studies specialties.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Online Application (Most documents below can be uploaded directly through the application site.)
GRE Test Score (Institutional Code = 1726 SIUC, Department Code = 4508 Mass Communications)
3 Letters of Reference
Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Statements: Personal, Biographical, Research (Personal Statement: should cover any previous academic, career, or personal experience that you feel is relevant to your desire to complete a Ph.D. This statement should also relate your end goal, i.e., why do you want to pursue a doctorate? For example, some applicants write about the way that media research is critical to understanding our media-heavy environment. Biographical statement: Please include any background information that you feel is relevant to your application. Research Statement: should provide us with a preliminary overview of the type of research you wish to pursue while studying for the doctorate. Be as specific as possible.)
A Writing Sample (Writing Sample: should be your best research paper from your Masters Program.)
Transcripts (3.25 minimum GPA, originals must be sent via post)
International applicants should have excellent English speaking and writing skills. Those who have not taken significant advanced study in programs taught in English will have to take the TOEFL or IELTS. Minimum scores: TOEFL: IBT - 100, Computer - 250, Paper - 600. IELTS: 7.0
3.0 on all previous graduate level coursework (approximately a B+ average) (some exceptions apply)
GRE Test Score (Institutional Code = 1726 SIUC, Department Code = 4508 Mass Communications)
3 Letters of Reference
Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Statements: Personal, Biographical, Research (Personal Statement: should cover any previous academic, career, or personal experience that you feel is relevant to your desire to complete a Ph.D. This statement should also relate your end goal, i.e., why do you want to pursue a doctorate? For example, some applicants write about the way that media research is critical to understanding our media-heavy environment. Biographical statement: Please include any background information that you feel is relevant to your application. Research Statement: should provide us with a preliminary overview of the type of research you wish to pursue while studying for the doctorate. Be as specific as possible.)
A Writing Sample (Writing Sample: should be your best research paper from your Masters Program.)
Transcripts (3.25 minimum GPA, originals must be sent via post)
International applicants should have excellent English speaking and writing skills. Those who have not taken significant advanced study in programs taught in English will have to take the TOEFL or IELTS. Minimum scores: TOEFL: IBT - 100, Computer - 250, Paper - 600. IELTS: 7.0
3.0 on all previous graduate level coursework (approximately a B+ average) (some exceptions apply)
Tuition
USD
40,809