Overview

The Speech-Language Pathology programme at The City University of New York provides comprehensive academic and clinical training for aspiring clinicians. This Master of Arts degree is fully accredited and designed to meet the professional requirements for national certification and New York State licensure. Students engage in a rigorous curriculum that prepares them to support individuals with diverse communication and swallowing disorders.

Why Speech-Language Pathology at The City University of New York?

The programme is distinguished by its highly personalised approach and small class sizes, ensuring students receive direct attention from expert faculty. A major strength is the on-campus Speech-Language-Hearing Centre, where first-year students gain hands-on experience under a mentorship model. The faculty includes recognised experts who have received prestigious national awards and hold specialist certifications in areas such as swallowing and child language. Graduates boast excellent pass rates on national examinations and high employment success across schools, hospitals, and rehabilitation centres.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 855 per credit
National fee: USD 855 per credit
Local fee: USD 470 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum integrates theoretical knowledge with extensive clinical practicum. Modules may include:

Research Methodology in Communication Sciences and Disorders
Acquisition of Language
Language and Learning Disorders of Children
Stuttering
Alternative and Augmentative Communication Systems
Neuromotor Communication Disorders
Diagnostic Methods in Speech-language Pathology
Language Disorders: Adults
Dysphagia

Careers with Speech-Language Pathology

Graduates are well-prepared for diverse professional roles in the healthcare and education sectors. Many alumni secure positions as speech-language pathologists in hospitals, rehabilitation centres, and early intervention programmes. Others work within school districts as certified teachers of students with speech and language disabilities. The programme also provides a strong foundation for those pursuing careers as university faculty members or active researchers in the field of communication sciences.

Accreditation

Accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methodology in Communication Sciences and Disorders
The Acquisition of Language
Language and Learning Disorders of Children
Speech Disorders: Stuttering
Alternative and Augmentative Communication Systems and Use for Persons with Severe Communication Impairments
Neuromotor Communication Disorders

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A GPA of B (3.0) or better.

Applicant must satisfy minimum requirements for admission as well as those required by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association for admission to graduate study in Speech-Language Pathology. Applicants must have at least 3 semester credit hours in the biological sciences, 3 semester credit hours in the physical sciences, 3 semester credit hours in statistics and 6 semester credit hours in the behavioral or social sciences.

Three letters of recommendation, at least two of which come from faculty members. An interview may be required.Results of the Graduate Record Examination.

Proof of proficiency in the English language is required

A personal essay.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

12825 USD / year

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Out-of-State

12825 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7050 USD / year

≈ 7050 USD / year

Additional Details

New York State Resident: $5545 / semester.

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 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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