PhD Rhetoric, Scientific and Technical Communication at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

Entry requirements

Individuals who do not yet have a masters degree in a related discipline should apply to Writing Studies' Rhetoric, Scientific and Technical Communication MA. Students in the MA program who are making satisfactory progress will, in their second year of study, have the opportunity to apply to the PhD program. For students who continue in the program, most MA courses transfer to the PhD. Continuing students must complete their MA no later than the end of the first semester in the PhD program. Master's in a related discipline, e.g., rhetoric, technical and professional communication, English, communication studies. All applicants must submit a statement of purpose, diversity statement, curriculum vitae or resume, three letters of recommendation, and two writing samples. An extenuating circumstances statement is optional but will be considered if submitted. All PhD applicants should apply by the January 5 application deadline; all admitted students begin in the fall semester. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5.