University of Wisconsin-Madison

PhD, Communication

Deadline Dec 15, 2026

Outcome figures are institution wide, from the US Department of Education College Scorecard.

What you need to apply

GRENot required
Optional, considered if submitted
English test (TOEFL or IELTS)Required
Refer to the Graduate School: Minimum Requirements for Admission policy: https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-1241
Minimum GPARequired
3.0 GPA or equivalent
Recommendation lettersRequired
3 letters
Prior degreeRequired
master's degree
Statement of purposeRequired

“Fall Deadline December 15”

“Beginning graduate students in Communication Arts receive 10 consecutive semesters of support.”

“Applicants must have earned a master's degree from an accredited institution.”