PhD Communicative Sciences and Disorders at New York University

Programme overview

The PhD trains academic researchers and scholars focused on speech and language in typical and clinical populations. Students are expected to produce publishable research throughout their studies and develop as independent researchers and effective teachers.

Faculty: Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development | Department: Communicative Sciences and Disorders | Duration: Five-year full-time programme; 36-48 credits of coursework | Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Major courses (9 credits): Seminar Readings in Communicative Sciences and Disorders, Research Colloquium and Doctoral Seminar; 13 credits of graduate methods and 26 credits of specialization and cognate courses. Milestones: two qualifying papers, a lab rotation, teaching one full course as instructor of record, and a dissertation (three-paper or monograph). 48 credits without a related master's; advanced standing allows 36.

Career pathways

Professors and postdoctoral researchers at regional and national universities; the field has a shortage of doctoral-level scholars.

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Entry requirements

Admission to graduate programs in the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development requires the following minimum components: Résumé/CV Statement of Purpose Letters of Recommendation Transcripts Proficiency in English See NYU Steinhardt's Graduate Admissions website for additional information on school-wide admission. Some programs may require additional components for admissions. See How to Apply for admission requirements and instructions specific to this program.

Duration: Five-year full-time programme; 36-48 credits of coursework

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