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The University of Washington's Department of Speech & Hearing Sciences offers a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program tailored for those pursuing research in hearing, speech, or language sciences. This program explores both typical and atypical speech, language, and hearing processes, along with assessment and treatment approaches in audiology and speech-language pathology. Graduates gain qualifications for academic, clinical, or industry research and teaching roles, acquiring essential knowledge, technical skills, and abilities in analysis, solution development, and effective communication. The program follows a mentorship-focused approach where doctoral candidates collaborate closely with faculty advisors in their chosen specialization. Prospective students must specify their research focus and identify potential faculty mentors before applying.
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
GPA of 3.0 during the most recent 2 years of study
English Proficiency:
The Graduate School is temporarily accepting official test scores for both the Duolingo English Test and the TOEFL ITP Plus For China to assist international students with remote testing options. This policy is currently in effect through the autumn 2021 admission cycle (i.e., students enrolling in autumn 2021).
TOEFL iBT - Minimum Required Score (ELP Required): 80; Recommended Score (ELP Satisfied): 92 or higher
TOEFL pBT - Minimum Required Score: 500
Duolingo: Minimum Required Score (ELP Required): 105; Recommended Score (ELP Satisfied): 120 or higher
IELTS: Minimum Required Score 6.5