Dr. Kyoko Matsumura

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kyoko Matsumura is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Communication Arts and Sciences at Pennsylvania State University. She specializes in teaching small group communication courses, particularly those addressing speech anxiety, such as CAS 100B and CAS 100D. Her academic interests include social change and gender communication, reflecting her commitment to fostering inclusive dialogues within educational settings. Matsumura completed her Bachelor's degree at Notre Dame Women’s College in Japan, followed by two Master’s degrees from Pennsylvania State University and West Virginia University. She earned her Ph.D. from Pennsylvania State University in 2006. Matsumura is dedicated to enhancing communication practices through her teaching and research.

Research Interests

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.