DeKalb,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Communicative Disorders - Speech-Language Pathology in Dekalb United States | Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University
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Dekalb United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,180
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Master of Arts in communicative disorders, specializing in speech-language pathology, is perfect for those aspiring to be audiologists or speech-language pathologists. This program deepens your theoretical understanding while emphasizing practical applications, research methodologies, and leadership development. Through the Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic, students gain hands-on experience in a practicum setting that enriches their learning while delivering vital speech-language pathology and audiology services to the public.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
An applicant whose native language is not English must present an IELTS score of 6.5 or alternatively, a TOEFL score of at least 80 on the TOELF ibt.
To be assured consideration for admission, prospective students must submit all required application materials through the Communication Sciences and Disorders Centralized Application Service (CSDCAS) and the Graduate School portals. After a review of the applications, qualified candidates may be invited to an interview. NIU university honors students admitted via the freshman guaranteed admission program should check with the SLP program regarding entry requirements.
Admission to the master's degree program is typically for full-time study. An applicant for admission to the program is generally expected to meet or exceed the following requirements.
A minimum 3.00 GPA (on a 4.00 scale) in all undergraduate work.
Three letters of recommendation from professors, employers, or supervisors providing supportive
evidence of an applicant's professional qualifications.
A statement describing the applicant's qualifications, goals, and career aspirations
as they relate to the speech-language pathology program at NIU.
Documentation of 25 hours of supervised observation of speech-language pathology services.
To be assured consideration for admission, prospective students must submit all required application materials through the Communication Sciences and Disorders Centralized Application Service (CSDCAS) and the Graduate School portals. After a review of the applications, qualified candidates may be invited to an interview. NIU university honors students admitted via the freshman guaranteed admission program should check with the SLP program regarding entry requirements.
Admission to the master's degree program is typically for full-time study. An applicant for admission to the program is generally expected to meet or exceed the following requirements.
A minimum 3.00 GPA (on a 4.00 scale) in all undergraduate work.
Three letters of recommendation from professors, employers, or supervisors providing supportive
evidence of an applicant's professional qualifications.
A statement describing the applicant's qualifications, goals, and career aspirations
as they relate to the speech-language pathology program at NIU.
Documentation of 25 hours of supervised observation of speech-language pathology services.
Tuition
USD
18,180