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Communication, Information and Media

Communication, Information and Media (PHD) New Brunswick

Deadlines
  U.S. Non-U.S.
Fall 2027 Dec 1, 2026 Dec 1, 2026
Fall 2028 Dec 1, 2027 Dec 1, 2027

The School of Graduate Studies - New Brunswick

Areas of Concentration

Communication, Library and Information Science, Media Studies

Program Requirements

  • Transcripts from all previously attended institutions
  • Minimum 3 letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Writing Sample
  • Transcript Evaluation (International students only)
  • Application Fee
For more information, visit the program's website.

Test Requirements

  • Official TOEFL or IELTS Scores (International students only)
  • Official GRE Scores (Optional)
Proof of English Proficiency: Rutgers accepts TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo. If you attended a university where instruction was in English, you may submit a letter confirming this. Refer to your program for specific score requirements.

Personal Statement Instructions

Please include a personal statement that describes your research interests, explains your goals for pursuing your Ph.D. in this program, and identifies any relevant faculty who you would have an interest in working with.