Athens,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Education in Communication Sciences and Disorders in Athens United States | University of Georgia
University of Georgia
|
Athens United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,630
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Arts in Education with a focus on Communication Sciences and Disorders is an ASHA-approved graduate program specializing in speech-language pathology. This program equips graduates to work as licensed and certified speech-language pathologists across various settings including clinics, hospitals, and schools. Through a combination of academic courses, hands-on clinical training on campus, community service initiatives, and professional internships, you'll gain the expertise required to launch your career with assurance.
This MA program offers the option to incorporate a research thesis into your graduate studies. For those who wish to concentrate solely on academic coursework and clinical experience, our MEd program may be a better fit. Regardless of which path you choose, you and those you'll serve will gain from the program's strong foundation in evidence-based methods, culturally responsive care for diverse populations, and continuous professional development - from initial supervised practice through your culminating internship and throughout your career.
Key Program Features
An intensive two-year, full-time curriculum designed to qualify you for state and national certification in speech-language pathology
Expert faculty guide you in building research-driven competencies for prevention, evaluation, and treatment approaches
Collaborative cohort structure fosters essential interpersonal and cross-disciplinary skills to serve clients and families from all backgrounds and cultures
Comprehensive training ensures your development as a versatile clinical practitioner
Options to pursue additional specialization in dyslexia studies or diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
You are eligible to apply to the CMSD/SLP master's program if you have completed a bachelor's degree in communication sciences and disorders, speech and hearing sciences, speech-language pathology, or the equivalent, or if you are on track to complete such a degree by the end of the current academic year.
Part 1: Apply to the University of Georgia
As part of applying to the CMSD master's program, you must complete an application to UGA's Graduate School. Note the following specific instructions for your application to the UGA Graduate School.
Our master's program starts in Summer semester. UGA views Summer semester as part of the previous academic year. To start in Summer 2022, you must select 2021-2022 as the academic year to which you are applying when you start your UGA Graduate School application.
You do not need to upload personal statements, a resume, or any other pieces, or request letters of recommendation, when completing the UGA Graduate School application. If you have attended UGA previously, you do not need to upload your transcripts. The only exception is that if you have never attended UGA, you will need to upload your unofficial transcripts as part of your UGA Graduate School application. You will provide all necessary materials, and arrange for letters of recommendation/evaluations, through your CSDCAS application.
Your UGA Graduate School application must be submitted by January 15, for consideration for Summer admission to the CMSD program.
Part 2: Apply to the MA in Communication Sciences and Disorders
In addition to applying to the UGA Graduate School, you must apply to the CMSD master's program using the CSDCAS common application.
Complete CSDCAS common application
Provide your transcripts, resume, and evaluations/letters of recommendation through CSDCAS.
Complete the prerequisite coursework section in CSDCAS. Include grades for all completed classes. Include currently enrolled classes and classes you are registered for in Spring 2022.
Upload your written response to the following prompt: Describe two aspects of your experiences or background that you think have prepared you well for graduate school and a career in speech-language pathology. (500 words)
Note: A general statement of purpose is not needed.
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Part 1: Apply to the University of Georgia
As part of applying to the CMSD master's program, you must complete an application to UGA's Graduate School. Note the following specific instructions for your application to the UGA Graduate School.
Our master's program starts in Summer semester. UGA views Summer semester as part of the previous academic year. To start in Summer 2022, you must select 2021-2022 as the academic year to which you are applying when you start your UGA Graduate School application.
You do not need to upload personal statements, a resume, or any other pieces, or request letters of recommendation, when completing the UGA Graduate School application. If you have attended UGA previously, you do not need to upload your transcripts. The only exception is that if you have never attended UGA, you will need to upload your unofficial transcripts as part of your UGA Graduate School application. You will provide all necessary materials, and arrange for letters of recommendation/evaluations, through your CSDCAS application.
Your UGA Graduate School application must be submitted by January 15, for consideration for Summer admission to the CMSD program.
Part 2: Apply to the MA in Communication Sciences and Disorders
In addition to applying to the UGA Graduate School, you must apply to the CMSD master's program using the CSDCAS common application.
Complete CSDCAS common application
Provide your transcripts, resume, and evaluations/letters of recommendation through CSDCAS.
Complete the prerequisite coursework section in CSDCAS. Include grades for all completed classes. Include currently enrolled classes and classes you are registered for in Spring 2022.
Upload your written response to the following prompt: Describe two aspects of your experiences or background that you think have prepared you well for graduate school and a career in speech-language pathology. (500 words)
Note: A general statement of purpose is not needed.
Minimum TOEFL score requirement: overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0
Tuition
USD
24,630