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Course Overview

The undergraduate program in Communication Sciences and Disorders is a pre-professional program. A master's degree is the entry-level degree for the field of speech-language pathology. A clinical doctorate is an entry-level degree for the field of audiology. These advanced degrees are required for the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association's Certificate of Clinical Competence and Illinois Licensure.

All students receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders will have the option to pursue either advanced degree since all proposed required coursework in the undergraduate Communication Sciences and Disorders major meets the prerequisite coursework for either graduate degree (M.S. in speech-language pathology or Au.D.).

Speech-language pathologists assess and treat patients who have speech, language, voice, fluency, or oral motor disorders. They also assist people who wish to improve their communication skills through changes in vocal pitch, quality, or accent. Speech-language pathologists utilize special instruments and tests to develop individualized treatment plans for patients. Also, they counsel and refer clients to other professionals, teach, conduct research, and administer programs in speech-language pathology. The profession provides the opportunity to work in a variety of work settings including schools, community centers, health maintenance organizations, hospitals, clinics, hospices, nursing homes, and rehabilitation centers.

Entry Requirement 

Program Direct International Year One
1-Semester 2-Semesters 3-Semesters
Program Requirements
  • High school diploma
  • High school diploma
Minimum GPA Equivalent

3.0 Freshman admission
2.0-3.0 Transfer admission

2.25 2.25 2.25
TOEFL iBT 79 79 60 50
IELTS 6.5 6.5 5.5 5.0
IELA N/A 176 162 154
Duolingo N/A 120 90 75
Academic English N/A N/A Level 4 N/A

Notes: Entry requirements are subject to change and may vary by program.

Fees

  International Year One Undergraduate Direct
Program Length 1 Semester 2 Semesters 3 Semesters 1 Semester 2 Semesters
Tuition & Fees $16604 $28881 $37544 $13535 $27069

This information was accurate on : 02/01/2021
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