About PhD Program,
Texas Tech University offers a doctorate in Media & Communication that explores both social scientific and humanistic approaches to human communication research. By following the program of study, a doctorate can be earned in three years.
Our Ph.D. students work with internationally-recognized faculty to create knowledge in both the broad area of human communication and in specialty research areas. Graduates of our program are positioned to be leaders of research and teaching in the university setting, the private sector, for the government, and for non-profit organizations.
PhD Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
GRE score requirements are WAIVED until further notice. Taking the GRE and submitting a GRE score as part of the application is optional.
All applicants who apply will be considered for a full funding package. Best-fit applicants will likely have a master’s degree in media or communication disciplines, however those with other backgrounds are considered. It is necessary to indicate the faculty you are interested in working with, so applicants are encouraged to reach out to the program director if unsure about fit or potential advisers.
All Ph.D. program applicants must submit recent GRE scores (on the new scale of 130-170 per section). While GRE scores are not in and of themselves the most important part of your application, the CoMC graduate faculty does consider GRE scores in evaluating applicants.
Successful applicants generally have a minimum combined score of 300 on the Quantitative Reasoning and the Verbal Reasoning Sections and a minimum of a 3.5 on the Analytical Writing Sections. Applicants with scores below these levels may still be accepted into the program depending on the overall strength of the remainder of the application. Scores above these levels do not guarantee acceptance.
PhD Funding Coverage,
All applicants who apply will be considered for the full funding package. Applicants do not need to submit a separate application for funding.
- All full-time PhD students are fully funded.
- Tuition and fees are covered by funding, and students earn a monthly stipend and scholarships in addition.
- International students are required to purchase health insurance.
Application Requirement,
- Fill out the graduate school application at https://ttugradschool.force.com/admissions/ApplicationLogin.
- Be sure to upload the following:
- Resume
- Cover letter stating your interest in applying and outlining your background. This letter can be short.
- Personal Statement (250 words to 500 words) describing why you want to pursue a Ph.D. degree, why you are interested in Texas Tech, and what you would outline as your area of research interests and the faculty members at TTU with whom you share that interest.
- Samples of academic / professional work in communication (if you have any)
- Ask three current or former professors/employers to recommend you to the program. The online system will ask you to enter the email addresses of the recommenders. They will have the opportunity to evaluate you on a set of scales, and they will also be asked to upload a letter of recommendation. The recommenders should not send their letter to the CoMC graduate director; the letters must be uploaded into the system.
- Upload the following scores and documents:
- GRE scores are not required of Ph.D. applicants at this time.
- Language proficiency scores are required for some international students. Check online for Language Proficiency Proof on the International Undergraduate Admissionswebpage to see if you need to upload scores and what scores are acceptable.
- Official transcripts from all of the colleges and universities that you have attended.
Application Deadline,
Jan 01, 2025
Application Fee,
- $75 initial application fee (non-refundable)
- $100 after January 15 for Summer applications
- $100 after April 15 for Fall applications
- $100 after September 15 for Spring applications
