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University of Alabama, College of Communication & Information Sciences

Computer Mediated Communication (including Communication and Technology) Critical Cultural Communication (including Gender/Race/LGBTQ+ Communication) Environmental Communication Health Communication Intercultural Communication Interpersonal Communication (includes Small Group) Journalism Mass Communication/Media Studies (including New Media) Organizational Communication Political Communication Public Relations and Strategic Communication (including Risk and Crisis Communication) Rhetoric Science Communication
University of Alabama

overview of program

The doctoral program in the College of Communication & Information Sciences prepares students for top positions as researchers, scholars and thought leaders in academia, industry or government. Taking a multidisciplinary approach, PhD candidates work alongside world leaders in the field to develop research proficiency, breadth and a depth of knowledge. Departments include Advertising + Public Relations, Communication Studies, Journalism & Creative Media, and Library & Information Studies

Carnegie Classification: R1

Modes Offered: In-person

Professional Development: $1,000

Communication doctorates conferred between 2020-25: 75

Contact information

Graduate Director

Dr. Jameson Hayes

College of Communication and Information Sciences

P.O. Box 870172
Tuscaloosa, Al 35487

Email
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  • Journalism/Mass Media
  • Rhetoric
  • Health Communication
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Business Communication

Library Information

 

Additional Resources

QS World University Rankings—Communication & Media Studies

  • #151-200 of 200 World Universities

URAP University Rankings—Language, Communication & Culture

  • #119 of 300 World Universities

  • Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/ CV
  • Writing Sample
  • Three academic references
  • Transcripts
  • English language proficiency scores
  • GPA requirements
  • GRE scores (optional)

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