Overview

Given our location in the heart of the urban core of Cincinnati, as well as the mission of our department to explore and address social issues, much of our work emphasizes our value of social justice.

We recognize the central role that communication plays in our understanding of key social justice issues (e.g., race, gender, health, environment, globalization-related, etc.) and in finding solutions to those issues.

As graduate faculty in communication, we have identified a trend that students approach communication studies from a social justice angle, and are seeking opportunities to advance academic training that prepare them to have a social justice focus in their research or praxis career trajectory.

Through academic preparation and externship work, our program prepares students to lead positive change through academic, and applied work, or in professional careers through a blend of theory, research methodology, and practical application.

Careers

Our Communication program at the University of Cincinnati prepares students for careers in the academy and other industries. In addition to a path toward scholarly research, other career options include, but are not limited to:

Academic Researcher
Non-profit/Industry Researcher
Health Medical Ethnographer
Laber Relations Officer
Marketing Director
Public Relations/Communication Director
Writer/Copywriter/Technical Writer/Editor
Medical Writer
Proposal Writer/Grant Manager
Project Management
Social Media Management and Analysis
Data Analysis
Content Development and Strategist

Programme Structure

Focus areas include:

Organizational Communication and Public Relations
Media and Cultural Studies, Traditional and Digital Media Effects
Health and Environmental Communication
Interpersonal Communication and Leadership
Culture and Globalization
Rhetorical, Interpretive, Critical, and Quantitative Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

66 SCH

Post Baccalaureate Minimum Credits: 90
Post Master's Minimum Credits: 66

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cincinnati, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies View 73 other PhDs in Communication Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

For graduate programs, the university welcomes applications from students who hold a bachelor's degree (or higher) from a college or university accredited by accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for Title IV purposes or the international equivalent.
Submit unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
Letters of Recommendation
Proof of English Language Proficiency (for international applicants)
CV/Resume and Personal Statement
Writing Sample

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

26644 USD / year

≈ 26644 USD / year
Out-of-State

26644 USD / year

≈ 26644 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14902 USD / year

≈ 14902 USD / year

Living costs

Cincinnati

United States

1000 - 1650 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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