PhD in Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology

Harvard Medical School offers the PhD in Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology as a multidisciplinary doctoral program aimed at advancing research in communication sciences and disorders. The program brings together faculty experts from Harvard Medical School, affiliated hospitals, and research institutes to provide a collaborative research environment. Students receive training in neuroscience, auditory biology, speech processing, and biomedical technology development. The program includes laboratory rotations, advanced coursework, and independent research guided by leading scientists in the field. Students gain access to state-of-the-art research facilities and clinical collaborations that support innovation in hearing and speech healthcare. Harvard’s strong biomedical ecosystem allows students to work on translational research that bridges laboratory discoveries with clinical applications. Graduates are prepared for careers in academia, biomedical research, medical technology development, and healthcare innovation.

1. Submit an online application through the Harvard Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS) application portal.
2. Select the Speech and Hearing Bioscience and Technology PhD program.
3. Upload academic transcripts, CV, Statement of Purpose, and recommendation letters.
4. Provide English proficiency scores if required.
5. Applications are reviewed by the admissions committee.
6. Shortlisted applicants are invited for interviews with faculty members.
7. Final admission decisions are communicated through the GSAS applicant portal.