Overview

Speech-language pathologists assess, diagnose, treat, and help to prevent communication and swallowing disorders in patients. Speech, language and swallowing disorders result from a variety of causes, such as a stroke, brain injury, hearing loss, developmental delay, Parkinson’s disease, a cleft palate or autism.

The Master of Science Degree in Speech Language Pathology at Lamar University consists of 10 academic courses and a sequence of clinical practicum experiences. During the first year of graduate studies, you will complete clinical practicum experiences in the Lamar University Speech and Hearing Clinic. During the second year, you'll be placed in externship assignments at public schools and medical sites.

Career Paths

Employment of speech language pathologists is projected to grow 21 percent over the next ten years, much faster than the average for all occupations. Overall job opportunities for speech language pathologists are expected to be good. Generally, speech language pathologists who are willing to relocate will have the best job opportunities.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Aphasia and Neurogenic Disorders

Language Disorders of Young Children

Articulation and Phonological Disorders

Advanced Clinical Practicum

Swallowing Disorders

Motor Speech Disorders

Voice Disorders and Cleft Palate

Advanced Clinical Practicum

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Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-28 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

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Credits

54 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Beaumont, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

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All official transcripts from previous institutions.
All applicants must have a minimum of a 3.0 overall GPA as calculated by CSDCAS.
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Three letters of recommendation
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Tuition Fees

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10668 USD / year

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10668 USD / year

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5772 USD / year

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Living costs

Beaumont

United States

882 - 1634 USD / month

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