Overview

At the Communicative Sciences and Disorders MSc program from New York University students will learn methods of prevention, assessment, and intervention for people with communication and swallowing disorders, as well as how to integrate research principles into evidence-based clinical practice. An optional thesis is available for students interested in pursuing advanced research.

Upon graduation, you'll be positioned for eligibility for professional licensure as a speech-language pathologist. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of:

The principles of biological sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, and social and behavioral sciences
How to integrate research principles in evidence-based clinical practice
Prerequisite skills in oral and written communication sufficient for entry into professional practice
Basic human communication and swallowing processes, including their biological, neurological, acoustic, psychological, developmental, linguistic, and cultural bases
The nature of speech, language, hearing, and communication disorders and differences and swallowing disorders, including etiologies, characteristics, anatomical /physiological, acoustic, psychological, developmental, and linguistic and cultural correlates
Principles and methods of prevention, assessment, and intervention for people with communication and swallowing disorders, including consideration of anatomical/physiological, developmental, and linguistic and cultural correlates of the disorders
Standards of ethical conduct
Contemporary professional issues

Certification, specialty recognition, licensure, and other relevant professional credentials

Career Outcomes

Our graduates secure jobs in a variety of settings, such as public/private schools, hospitals, rehabilitation programs, skilled nursing facilities, private practices, and therapeutic preschool programs.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Swallow Mechanisms

Neurological Basis of Cognition, Behavior, and Communication

Audiology and Aural Rehabilitation

Phonetics

Science of Language

Language Development and Disorders

Speech Development and Disorders in Children

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Communication Studies Speech Pathology View 512 other Masters in Communication Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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160 _(verbal)

156 _{(quantitative)}

5 _(analytical)

English requirements

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Personal Statement

Résumé/CV

Letters of Recommendation

Transcripts

Supplemental Essay - In your opinion, how does social media and the use of smartphones impact interpersonal relationships/communication?

Re-Application Essay: If you are re-applying to NYU Steinhardt's CSD Program, please briefly describe the steps you have taken to strengthen your application since your last submission. Please include when you applied and what modality (on-campus or online).

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Tuition Fees

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55254 USD / year

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Out-of-State

55254 USD / year

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In-State

55254 USD / year

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Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

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Credits

Delivered

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English requirements

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Living costs

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