Rhet/Comp PhD Map

[Ufffdaaa]

Lately, I've been using this map as a reference for Rhet/Comp PhD programs: http://batchgeo.com/map/1a491427ce89c24f0206905a57091e6e. (I don't know who created it, but that person is definitely amazing!)

Does anyone notice any large gaps or missing programs? 

[bhr]

I'm pretty sure that is Jim Ridolfo's map from rhetmap.org, and it's probably best to include the link to the main page if you are going to share it. He does a lot of work tracking programs and jobs every year.

 

I'll also point out that your list is all over the place, and you probably need to focus in a little before applying. It appears that you are only looking at PhD direct admit programs (though I don't think ASU or Purdue offer that), so I'm not sure what the hell you are doing.

[rhetoricus aesalon]

I don't see any big gaps, but I did want to clarify that this is a PhD program map, so masters only programs are not listed. 

[Ufffdaaa]

On 1/8/2017 at 11:56 PM, bhr said:

I'm pretty sure that is Jim Ridolfo's map from rhetmap.org, and it's probably best to include the link to the main page if you are going to share it. He does a lot of work tracking programs and jobs every year.

 

I'll also point out that your list is all over the place, and you probably need to focus in a little before applying. It appears that you are only looking at PhD direct admit programs (though I don't think ASU or Purdue offer that), so I'm not sure what the hell you are doing.

First, thanks for directing me to the person who created the map! As I stated in my initial post, I didn't know who created it when I shared it. A friend sent me the batchgeo link last year and I saved it without any other information. Here's a better link to the map on Ridolfo's site: http://rhetmap.org/doctoral/. To answer my own question, it seems like it is comprehensive.

Second, if you are talking about my tentative school list that I put in my signature, I have spent some time trying to select Rhet/Comp PhD programs (with no lit requirements) that are more focused on the composition side or at least equal rhet/comp. I am staying away from any rhetoric heavy or rhetoric only programs. I am interested in ESL as a secondary interest and I've been trying to find programs that emphasize that or at least offer some second language acquisition classes as electives. Mainly, I'm interested in composition pedagogy/research and ESL. Additionally, I sometimes throw business/professional writing into the mix because I have a BS in Business Management and English (along with an MA in English-composition).

If you have any specific critiques of my list, I'd appreciate your perspective. I expect that the list will change somewhat during the next year. Otherwise, I don't think your "I'm not sure what the hell you are doing" tone is appropriate (especially on a board like this where many people are probably suffering from impostor syndrome). See all of the "Am I good enough for grad school?" posts.