Overview

The Speech Language Pathology degree at Kent State University is completed over six (6) academic terms of full-time study. Students wishing to complete the master's without the clinical component (not seeking licensure and certification in speech-language pathology) can complete the program over five (5) academic terms of full-time study and includes the following:

14 courses in the different disorders of speech, language, and swallowing

two courses in normal processes

one course in research methodology

Clinical practicum is provided in both on- and off-campus locations for those seeking clinical licensure and certification in speech-language pathology. The master's program typically requires two years of full-time study depending on the student's practicum needs.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Effectively communicate knowledge and interact with diverse populations (age, culture, disability).

Collect, analyze, synthesize and apply research and data regarding the nature, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of communication disorders throughout the lifespan and across cultures.

Engage in the development and implementation of research-based and ethical prevention, assessment, diagnostic and treatment plans for individuals with a variety of communication disorders throughout the lifespan.

Careers

Those who complete the M.A. in Speech Language Pathology at Kent State University can benefit from specialized career opportunities in the speech language pathology industry.

Speech-language pathologists

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Aural Rehabilitation

Critical Analysis Of Research

Aphasia

Language Assessment And Intervention In Early Childhood

Disorders Of Articulation And Phonology

Acquired Cognitive Communicative Impairments

Fluency Disorders

Voice Disorders

Language Assessment And Intervention With School-age Populations

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

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Language

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Credits

67 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kent, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university1

Minimum 3.000 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale

Official transcript(s)

Goal statement

Three letters of recommendation

English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20332 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20332 USD / year

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In-State

10706 USD / year

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Living costs

Kent

United States

1036 - 1710 USD / month

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