About the course

The School of Communication at The Ohio State University offers a unique graduate program for studying the underlying mechanisms and theoretical explanations for communication phenomena. 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.

　　In the Ph.D. program in Communication at The Ohio State University, students work ly with world-renowned faculty on current research. In coursework, the emphasis is on understanding the body of knowledge in communication and on learning how to use what is known to generate new knowledge through research. In addition to gaining a solid grounding in the communication literature, through our Ph.D. program students learn the skills necessary to develop solid academic careers through teaching, attending professional conferences and publishing their own research. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 9 Semester(s)Fees: US$195,883

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Columbus
Autumn (September), 2025	Columbus

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Ohio State University - Columbus

A baccalaureate or professional degree (or equivalent foreign credential) from an accredited college or university, earned by the expected date of entry into your graduate program.

　　A minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale) for the last degree earned.

　　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.

　　640 Paper-based TOEFL

　　111 Internet-based TOEFL (IBT), a score of 28 on the speaking section of the IBT required for financial aid

　　8.5 IELTS if from non-native English speaking country

　　

English language requirements

　　8.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 111.0

　　

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Ohio State University - Columbus. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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