Overview

The master’s in Speech Language Pathology is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology. Complete it in two years, or take the 4+1 program to graduate with both a BS and an MS in speech language pathology in five years.

Whichever route you choose at Saint Mary's College, you’ll graduate ready to launch a thriving speech and language therapy career.

Careers

Speech language pathology is an in-demand, growing field. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the industry will expand by 21 percent between 2021 and 2023 — drastically faster than average.

Graduates with a master’s in speech language pathology have found work performing speech therapy in a wide variety of settings, including:

Elementary, middle, and high schools

Home health agencies and rehabilitation centers

Early intervention in-home services for children birth to 3 years

Skilled nursing facilities

Hospitals and outpatient clinics

Offices of ear, nose, and throat doctors

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Speech Sound Disorders

Early Childhood Language Disorders

Later Childhood Language Disorders

Adult Language Disorders

Research Methods in Speech-Language Pathology

Neurology for Speech-Language Pathologists

Motor Speech Disorders

Fluency

Voice

Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

63 SCH

63-66

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

South Bend, United States

Disciplines

Speech Pathology View 280 other Masters in Speech Pathology in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Completed CSDCAS Application and Fee.

Official transcripts are required from every college or university attended.

All applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university prior to beginning the graduate program.

Applicants are asked to submit a personal essay addressing their reasons for pursuing an advanced degree in speech-language pathology, their professional objectives, and how Saint Mary’s aligns with their personal and professional goals.

Applicants are encouraged to include professional experiences and achievements, guided clinical experiences, and conferences attended in the Supporting Information section of the CSDCAS application.

Applicants are asked to provide three letters of recommendation from individuals who have worked with them in academic and/or professional settings. At least one reference must be from a current or former faculty member.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

34492 USD / year

≈ 34492 USD / year
Out-of-State

34492 USD / year

≈ 34492 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

34492 USD / year

≈ 34492 USD / year

Living costs

South Bend

United States

885 - 1432 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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