Earn Your Doctor of Strategic Communication

You could make an immediate impact on how communication is understood and practiced in the world today. Regent’s Doctor of Strategic Communication is a highly marketable degree designed to help you prepare to meet the demand for exceptional professionals in high-level communication positions within 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 can also develop the tools necessary to handle crisis communication situations and learn how to apply communication solutions in a new media context.

• Examine the latest communication tools to solve real-world communication problems.
• Learn how to integrate communication solutions based on research and practical expertise.
• Develop effective models of strategic communication for both public and private sectors.
• Conduct original independent research to properly assess communication issues and effectiveness.

Fill out the form on this page to learn more about how Regent University can help you achieve your goals.

Locations: Online w/ Residency
Total Credit Hours: 51
Next Session Start: May 11, 2026

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  • Strategic Communications Consultant
  • New Media Influencer
  • C-Level Leader
  • Writer/Author
  • Crisis Communication Expert
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Hear From Our Students

For 48 years, Regent has prepared 40,000 alumni to succeed in their careers and make a positive difference in the world. You, too, will be challenged to excel both in mind and spirit—to reach for personal excellence and change lives for the better.
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Adam Ericson ’20

M.A. in Communication

"I received my M.A. in Communication from Regent. Juggling full-time work, freelancing, family time, and two to three courses at a time was challenging, but it was all worth it."

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Jonathan Santiago

M.A., 2012

"I took a trip to the campus and was blown away by the beauty of the school. What actually won me over to finally pursue an advanced degree was the professional resources offered by the School of Communication & the Arts, as well as the curriculum."

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Paola Albarran ’20

Ph.D. in Communication

"It was a long road of late nights and long mornings, but I made it."