Doctor of Strategic Communication
Earn Your Doctor of Strategic Communication
Are you ready to make an immediate impact on how communication is understood and practiced in the world today? The Doctor of Strategic Communication is a highly marketable degree designed to meet the demand for exceptional professionals in high-level communication positions within the government, business, nonprofit, religious, and higher education sectors. You will learn strategic messaging tools and theories that will help guide you in real-world applications across various disciplines. You will also develop the tools necessary to handle crisis communication situations and learn how to apply communication solutions in a new media context.
INCREASE YOUR EARNING POTENTIAL
Advance in leadership roles and position yourself to earn a higher salary.
EXPAND YOUR KNOWLEDGE through the doctor of strategic communication program
Develop a theoretical foundation and apply the latest communication tools to solve real-world communication problems.
LEARN FROM THE BEST
Presented from a Christian worldview, this degree is supported by award-winning faculty in Virginia Beach. Regent has been ranked among Top National Universities by U.S. News & World Report (2019, 2020 & 2022). Experience the difference through the Doctor of Strategic Communication program.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing the Doctor of Strategic Communication program, you can:
- Develop effective models of strategic communication for both public and private sectors.
- Conduct original independent research to properly assess communication issues and effectiveness.
- Integrate communication solutions based on research and practical expertise.
Career Opportunities
- Scholar/Researcher
- Strategic Communications Consultant
- New Media Influencer
- C-Level Leader
- Writer/Author
- Crisis Communication Expert
2022-23 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All new students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
| Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Session A | Friday, August 12 | Monday, August 22 |
| Session C | Wednesday, January 4 | Monday, January 9 |
| Session E | Friday, April 28 | Monday, May 8 |
Admissions Process:
Step 1: Application
Submit your application using our Regent University Online Application.
Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.
Step 2: Submit your Unofficial College Transcripts
We are able to examine and view your unofficial transcripts from U.S.-based schools, which indicate successful completion of bachelor’s and master’s degree programs, in order to review you for an admissions decision. Please submit your unofficial transcript to our Admissions Office by email to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: SCA Doctoral Application Pieces.
Non-U.S. transcripts must be evaluated by an NACES-approved company. For further details, please review the International Admissions Checklist on the International Students Admissions page.
International Applicants: Please visit the International Students Admissions page for a more detailed explanation of the Regent University application information and to determine whether or not you qualify as an international student.
*Upon conditional acceptance to the program by review of unofficial transcripts, Regent University’s Admissions Office will attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institutions, which indicate successful completion of bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. We will notify you if your previous institutions will not release transcripts directly to us.
Step 3: Graduate Program Academic Paper
Please submit a five-page minimum scholarly or published writing sample that demonstrates your research, writing, analytical and problem-solving skills. This writing sample may include either a copy of your master’s thesis (or a portion of it, plus bibliography) or a formal paper or report. Research skills mean both the skill to utilize a writing style manual (e.g., APA) and the skill of integrating published research into an academic paper or report. Email to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: SCA Doctoral Application Pieces or fax to 757.352.4725.
Step 4: Government-Issued ID
To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please email a scanned copy or photograph of it to apply@regent.edu with the subject line: Government ID.
Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
PART-TIME STUDENTS
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Television & Video Production (MFA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $920 | 6 | $5,520 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $950 | 3 | $2,850 |
| Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $950 | 3 | $2,850 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Television & Video Production (MFA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $920 | 9 | $8,280 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $950 | 6 | $5,700 |
| Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $950 | 6 | $5,700 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 (Fall & Spring) $650 (Summer) |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
Part-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Television & Video Production (MFA) | $670 | 6 | $4,020 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $920 | 6 | $5,520 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $950 | 3 | $2,850 |
| Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $950 | 3 | $2,850 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting (MFA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Television & Video Production (MFA) | $670 | 9 | $6,030 |
| Master of Fine Arts in Acting (MFA) | $920 | 9 | $8,280 |
| Doctor of Philosophy in Communication (PhD) | $950 | 6 | $5,700 |
| Doctor of Strategic Communication (DSC) | $950 | 6 | $5,700 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
Estimated Cost of Attendance: View the estimated cost of attendance to see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.
Summer 2023:
- COM 721: Thursday, June 8 – Friday, June 9, 2023
- COM 785: Thursday, June 15 – Friday, June 16, 2023
Residency is a necessary component to building academic fellowship and camaraderie among a community of scholars. All doctoral students must attend a 1 credit hour on-campus course, COM 721 Introduction to Applied Doctoral Studies in Communication, scheduled for two days in the student’s first semester of study. This course is a reading/lecture/writing course in the field of strategic communication. The course is also designed to orient students to the DSC program, the School’s faculty, and doctoral-level study in the communication field. Residencies are offered in the spring, summer and fall.
As a Regent University doctoral student, you will complete original research supervised by a faculty member of your school. You will reach milestones for your dissertation as you complete your coursework for the Doctor of Strategic Communication program.
These milestones include:
- Exploring a dissertation topic
- Crafting a proposal
- Drafting your dissertation
- Implementing your dissertation design
- Defense of your dissertation
Discover previous dissertations submitted for the Doctor of Strategic Communication.
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