Communication Sciences and Disorders

We are excited to announce our Freshman Admission Guarantee for students with a clear vision for the future, good academic and social skills, AND who want to become a speech-language pathologist.

Why pursue a degree in communication sciences and disorders?
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others through a challenging career that pays well and grows along with you? If so, then an undergraduate degree in communication sciences and disorders is the way to go!

Most people who pursue a degree in communication sciences and disorders go on to get an advanced degree and become speech language pathologists, audiologists, or speech and hearing scientists. Others work in related human service fields. Some people use their undergraduate degree as a precursor to medical school or other therapeutic fields.

• Careers in communication sciences and disorders are top rated by U.S. News and World Report.
• The U.S. Department of Labor Statistics predicts a strong job market.
• The Bureau of Labor Statistics cites an average salary of $79,120 per year with projected job growth rate faster than most other occupations.

Careers in communication sciences and disorders
With a career in communication sciences and disorders you may work in education, health care, private practice, business and industry, or research labs.

You will work with individuals at all age levels with a variety of difficulties including:

• Speech sound disorders, language disorders, and autism
• Stuttering
• Hearing impairments
• Traumatic brain injuries, including concussion
• Stroke rehabilitation, dementia, and Alzheimer’s
• Voice hygiene and vocal disorders
• Swallowing and feeding issues
• Genetic and acquired syndromes

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, speech-language pathologists earn a median pay of $79,060 per year.

Offered: On campus