Overview

The PhD program at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication is a highly individualized program that attracts seasoned media professionals transitioning to academia as well as recent graduates of master's degree-level journalism and communication and other related programs.

Students are able to develop individual programs of study, taking coursework and drawing on knowledge and methodologies from diverse fields that have a bearing on questions within mass communication. Examples include political science, film, computer and data sciences, sociology, anthropology and more.

Career Opportunities

Graduates with a doctorate in Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University are prepared for any of a number of career opportunities.

Professionals with expertise in mass media and communications are in high demand as universities and institutions train the next generation of media professionals. Career examples include:

industry researcher or trainer
media analyst
media consultant
university professor

Programme Structure

Students have access to the resources, training and mentorship they need to answer critical questions that challenge the fields of:

journalism
digital and social media
strategic communication
audience studies
global mass communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 120 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

84 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Phoenix, United States

Disciplines

Journalism Media Studies & Mass Media View 28 other PhDs in Media Studies & Mass Media in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution.

Applicants must submit:

graduate admission application and application fee
official transcripts
three letters of recommendation
personal statement of interest
statement of research goals
resume
samples of scholarly work (optional)
proof of English proficiency

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

30348 USD / year

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Out-of-State

27810 USD / year

≈ 27810 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

12940 USD / year

≈ 12940 USD / year

Living costs

Phoenix

United States

900 - 1450 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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