Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders in Athens United States | University of Georgia
University of Georgia
|
Athens United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,630
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Attain the pinnacle of academic excellence in communication sciences and disorders by focusing on your specialized area of interest. Through a combination of rigorous coursework, guided and independent research, plus teaching or clinical supervision internships, you'll develop the skills needed for leadership positions in academia, research institutions, and clinical practice.
Key Program Features
Customized academic pathway
Diverse research opportunities
College teaching and clinical supervision options
The four-year full-time program includes two years of coursework, pre-dissertation research requirements, comprehensive examinations, and dissertation work
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You are eligible to apply to the PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders program if you meet all of the following requirements:
Completed a master's degree in speech-language pathology or a related field
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Identify Potential Faculty Advisors
Given the individualized nature of a PhD program, the first step in your application process will be to email at least one potential faculty advisor. Use the faculty bios to identify at least one faculty member whose research activities and publications align with your interests. Email that faculty member to introduce yourself and ask if they could consider serving as your advisor. If you need help identifying potential advisors, email the Graduate Coordinator.
Complete Three Initial Interviews
All applicants are required to interview with at least three members of the department faculty as part of the application process. Interviews may be completed either before or after you submit the online application described in Step 3. Conversations with your potential faculty advisor(s) from Step 1 are considered interviews. It is the applicant's responsibility to schedule interviews, but if you need help scheduling interviews, email the Graduate Coordinator.
Select the PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders program on your Graduate School Application. You will need to submit the following information as part of your application:
Official GRE scores
Unofficial transcripts
Three letters of recommendation
A statement of your professional experience and career goals, not to exceed two single-spaced typed pages.
Resum/vita
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Completed a master's degree in speech-language pathology or a related field
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
Identify Potential Faculty Advisors
Given the individualized nature of a PhD program, the first step in your application process will be to email at least one potential faculty advisor. Use the faculty bios to identify at least one faculty member whose research activities and publications align with your interests. Email that faculty member to introduce yourself and ask if they could consider serving as your advisor. If you need help identifying potential advisors, email the Graduate Coordinator.
Complete Three Initial Interviews
All applicants are required to interview with at least three members of the department faculty as part of the application process. Interviews may be completed either before or after you submit the online application described in Step 3. Conversations with your potential faculty advisor(s) from Step 1 are considered interviews. It is the applicant's responsibility to schedule interviews, but if you need help scheduling interviews, email the Graduate Coordinator.
Select the PhD in Communication Sciences and Disorders program on your Graduate School Application. You will need to submit the following information as part of your application:
Official GRE scores
Unofficial transcripts
Three letters of recommendation
A statement of your professional experience and career goals, not to exceed two single-spaced typed pages.
Resum/vita
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Tuition
USD
24,630