Ohio State University Fully Funded PhD in Communication

PhD @Ohio State University posted 4 hours ago

Job Description

The Ohio State University offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Communication through its School of Communication. This program provides comprehensive financial support to admitted doctoral students, enabling them to focus on their academic and research pursuits.​

Program Overview

  • Degree: Ph.D. in Communication

  • Institution: The Ohio State University

  • School: School of Communication

  • Program Structure: Full-time, research-intensive, typically completed in 4–5 years

  • Research Areas:

    • Communication Technology & Society

    • Health, Environment, Risk & Science Communication

    • Mass Communication Uses & Effects

    • Political Communication & Public Opinion

The program emphasizes interdisciplinary training, offering a comprehensive communication curriculum and opportunities for students to engage in cutting-edge research under the mentorship of nationally and internationally renowned faculty.​

Funding Package

All admitted Ph.D. students receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:​

  • Tuition and Fees: Full coverage for both Ohio residents and non-residents.

  • Stipend: Competitive annual stipend of approximately $22,347, provided through Graduate Teaching Associateships (GTA) or Graduate Research Associateships (GRA) over a nine-month appointment.

  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage funded by the university.

In return for the Graduate Associate package, students are expected to work an average of 20 hours per week as a teaching or research assistant. The funding is typically guaranteed for four to five years, contingent upon satisfactory academic progress. Additional financial support may be available through university fellowships, departmental scholarships, and research grants. Students also have access to travel grants and research funds to support their academic endeavors.

Admission Requirements

  • Academic Background: A bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited institution.

  • Application Materials:

    • Completed online application form.

    • Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended.

    • Three letters of recommendation.

    • Statement of purpose detailing research interests and career goals.

    • Resume or curriculum vitae (CV).

    • Writing sample demonstrating scholarly work.

    • TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers.​

The application fee is $60 for U.S. applicants and $70 for international applicants.

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