PhD in Rhetoric and Writing in Virginia Beach United States | Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Virginia Tech's PhD Program in Rhetoric and Writing examines how rhetoric functions within society. Our program explores linguistic practices and rhetorical engagement across diverse spheres including public, academic, business, and government contexts, collaboratively addressing critical social and cultural matters through scholarly work, policy development, and community initiatives. The program features renowned faculty whose scholarship tackles societal challenges, academic inquiries, and the information needs of our digital era. Specializations encompass health communication, data representation, social justice, digital interfaces, UX design, and critical rhetorical studies. As a premier research university, Virginia Tech's College of Liberal Arts & Human Sciences, home to the English department, provides students with exceptional resources to foster academic achievement.