Doctor of Philosophy in Strategic Communication

University of Central Florida

An earned masters degree or its equivalent in Communication or a related field. The Director of Graduate Studies will evaluate the suitability and applicability of M.A. or M.S. degrees in other related disciplines for admission purposes. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 for all graduate work and must also have a cumulative 3.0 GPA in their undergraduate degree. The GRE is not required for admission to this program. Three letters of reference that evaluate the applicants academic performance and their suitability and potential for undertaking doctoral study, at least one of which must be written by a faculty member at the institution where the masters degree was earned, preferably the thesis advisor or Graduate Program Director. A personal statement: A 2-3 page personal statement introducing your academic and professional goals and why the Strategic Communication Ph.D. is essential to meeting therm. Applicants should include academic and professional experience and achievement as well information outlining research interests, including specific faculty members they have a preference for working with. A writing sample of the applicants work that is at least 2500 words long and demonstrates the ability to complete graduate-level research. Résumé. Applicants applying to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide one official transcript and official certification of degree, with date awarded. If you will be requesting transfer credit, a course-by-course evaluation from World Education Services (WES) or Josef Silny and Associates, Inc. must be submitted. Applicant records will be reviewed on an individual basis to assess their potential for success in the program. Supplemental course work may be recommended. Consult the graduate program director whenever questions arise.