Florida State University, School of Communication
overview of program
The Ph.D. program in the School of Communication at Florida State University offers two broad coursework areas: mass communication/media studies and speech communication. The general requirements of each are identical, and students can tailor their research and coursework toward any of the more specific areas of study listed below. The primary differences between the two, broad emphasis areas are the (1) nature of the courses you take, (2) different faculty members traditionally associated with each, and (3) emphasis area distinction itself, which may be of importance based on your career plans. As a research-oriented institution, Florida State University is committed to preparing the next generation of communication scholars. They place an emphasis on preparing doctoral students to conduct significant, original research in their area of expertise and for careers at research universities or research-focused organizations.
Carnegie Classification: R1
Modes Offered: In-person
Professional Development: $1,150 for conference travel
Communication doctorates conferred between 2020-25: 15
Contact information
Dr. Arienne Ferchaud
Suite 3100, University Center C, FSU
P.O. Box 3062664
Tallahassee, FL USA 32306-2664
- Strategic Communication
- Journalism/Mass Media
- Media Studies/Film Studies
- Digital/New Media/Communication Technology
- Rhetoric, Health Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Science/Environmental/Risk Communication
Library Information
Additional Resources
QS World University Rankings–Communication & Media Studies
- #151-200 of 200 World Universities
URAP University Rankings–Language, Communication, & Culture
- #147 of 300 World Universities
- Letters of Recommendation
- Master’s Degree
- Essay(s)/Personal Statement
- Academic Writing Sample, Resume or CV