Syracuse,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Mass Communications in Syracuse United States | Syracuse University
Syracuse University
|
Syracuse United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
35,010
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Our fully-funded, interdisciplinary PhD program equips you for a fulfilling career in communications research and education.
Within Newhouse's doctoral program, you'll discover an engaging academic community where you can investigate and focus on diverse subjects such as media ethics, media sociology, digital media, political communications, television studies, public relations, or social impact research.
The PhD curriculum is structured for completion within three years, featuring two years of academic study followed by comprehensive examinations and dissertation work.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Statement of Research Interests (1500-word limit)
Your statement of research interests must provide the following information in up to 1500 words:
Your long term career goals once you obtain your Ph.D. degree
Your research interest
Your past research experience or training, if any
Your reason to study at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University. In particular, where you see the fit between your research interests and the expertise of the faculty.
Three (3) letters of recommendation
All three letters of recommendation should be provided by individuals who can comment on your research skills and preparation.
GRE General Exam (optional)
Entry to our program is competitive. GRE scores are optional, though recommended. We understand the difficulties facing many of you in these unsettled times in sitting for the GRE. We welcome your application.
Writing Sample
Your writing sample can be a publication of any kind: working papers, project reports, a chapter of your thesis, even course term papers. The sample should show your conceptualization ability, communication skills, and presentation skills. All writing samples must be solo-authored.
Kira Video
As part of our holistic admissions process, all applicants must answer four video questions via our Kira platform. The process is simple. Each applicant will be given a question as a prompt and they will have 90 seconds up to two minutes to respond. These videos build upon our holistic admissions process.
If you are not a native English speaker and do not have a degree from a U.S. institution, you are required to take the TOEFL exam.
Successful applicants typically have a TOEFL score of 105 or above.
A minimum TOEFL score of 100 (iBT) is required for admission, the average TOEFL score for admitted international students is 104 (iBT). A minimum IELTS overall band score of 7.0 is required
Your statement of research interests must provide the following information in up to 1500 words:
Your long term career goals once you obtain your Ph.D. degree
Your research interest
Your past research experience or training, if any
Your reason to study at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University. In particular, where you see the fit between your research interests and the expertise of the faculty.
Three (3) letters of recommendation
All three letters of recommendation should be provided by individuals who can comment on your research skills and preparation.
GRE General Exam (optional)
Entry to our program is competitive. GRE scores are optional, though recommended. We understand the difficulties facing many of you in these unsettled times in sitting for the GRE. We welcome your application.
Writing Sample
Your writing sample can be a publication of any kind: working papers, project reports, a chapter of your thesis, even course term papers. The sample should show your conceptualization ability, communication skills, and presentation skills. All writing samples must be solo-authored.
Kira Video
As part of our holistic admissions process, all applicants must answer four video questions via our Kira platform. The process is simple. Each applicant will be given a question as a prompt and they will have 90 seconds up to two minutes to respond. These videos build upon our holistic admissions process.
If you are not a native English speaker and do not have a degree from a U.S. institution, you are required to take the TOEFL exam.
Successful applicants typically have a TOEFL score of 105 or above.
A minimum TOEFL score of 100 (iBT) is required for admission, the average TOEFL score for admitted international students is 104 (iBT). A minimum IELTS overall band score of 7.0 is required
Tuition
USD
35,010