Overview

Features

We encourage our students to become their own scholars, finding their place in the larger study of communication processes and effects by working with multiple faculty across specializations and using multiple methods. We also have state-of-the-art facilities that allow for a broad range of research.

The mission of the School of Communication at The Ohio State University is to achieve national and international distinction in research, teaching and service. To accomplish this mission, the School will advance high quality communication scholarship in ways consistent with the mission of the College of Arts and Sciences and will engage in innovative, excellent undergraduate and graduate education. Scholarly, professional and public constituencies will be served by helping improve the understanding of communication processes and by working with professional constituencies to improve the practice of communication.

Programme Structure

The School of Communication emphasizes the interconnectedness of various subfields in communication in our focus areas, including:

Communication technology and society

Health communication and social influence

Mass communication uses and effects

Political communication and public opinion

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-02 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Columbus, United States

Disciplines

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

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Academic requirements

GPA

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Credentials documenting prerequisite academic work that provide evidence of ability to pursue a graduate program in your chosen area. Consult your intended graduate program for more information.

An earned 4-year baccalaureate or higher degree from an accredited college or university prior to beginning graduate studies.

The university requires, at minimum, a cumulative grade point average equivalent of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (B grade) in all prior undergraduate and graduate level work. The School of Communication requires a minimum cumulative grade point average equivalent to at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for prior undergraduate work and, if applicable, at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale in prior graduate level work. The university uses the following grades to reflect academic level of performance: A=excellent, B=good, C=fair or average, D=poor, and E=failure. International grading scales are evaluated for equivalencies.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

14318 USD / year

≈ 14318 USD / year
Out-of-State

14318 USD / year

≈ 14318 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14318 USD / year

≈ 14318 USD / year

Living costs

Columbus

United States

940 - 1520 USD / month

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

Funding

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