PhD Communication and Media at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

Programme overview

The PhD in Communication and Media is an interdisciplinary programme on the structure, processes and impact of media and communication worldwide, mixing social science and humanities approaches. Students begin original and collaborative research in the first year.

Faculty: College of Literature, Science, and the Arts | Department: Communication and Media | Intake: Fall | Study mode: full-time | Location: Ann Arbor, MI, United States

What you will study

Research is organised around critical media studies, media psychology, political communication, computer-mediated communication, and global and comparative media. A First Year Research Project starts research immediately.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Fall 2027 applications are due by 11:59 p.m. EST on December 1, 2026, with all materials including recommendation letters. Required: application, transcripts, statement of purpose, personal statement, letters of recommendation, additional information for international students; writing sample optional. Admitted students receive five years of support.

Intake: Fall

Apply through the official page: https://rackham.umich.edu/admissions/applying/

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