Communication Sciences and Disorders
University of Wisconsin-Madison

Ph.D. Program

UW graduate Tanvi Thakkar (left), earning a PhD in communication sciences and disorders, receives a congratulatory hug from Ruth Litovsky, professor in communication sciences and disorders, during UW-Madison's spring commencement ceremony at the Kohl Center at the University of Wisconsin-Madison on May 10, 2019. The indoor graduation was attended by over 900 doctoral, MFA and medical student degree candidates, plus their guests. (Photo by Jeff Miller /UW-Madison)
UW graduate Tanvi Thakkar (left), earning a PhD in communication sciences and disorders, receives a congratulatory hug from Ruth Litovsky, professor in communication sciences and disorders, during UW-Madison's spring commencement ceremony at the Kohl Center at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. (Photo by Jeff Miller /UW-Madison)

Our Ph.D. program allows you to develop an individualized program that leads to a research career. You may choose a major emphasis in:

  • Normal Aspects of Speech, Language, or Hearing
  • Speech, Language, or Hearing Disorders

Because our program is mentor-based doctorate, you will also work closely with faculty to conduct research in addition to your course work.

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Interested in applying? The deadline for application submission is January 1.

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