Overview

Northeastern University ’s Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) empowers you to influence society in profound ways—enabling children with autism to communicate effectively, relieving adolescents’ fears of speaking dysfluently in the classroom and helping stroke survivors resume activities in which they had previously participated.

Since 1965, our speech-language pathology program has adhered to the highest professional standards. Our comprehensive program emphasizes teamwork and interdisciplinary approaches to complex service delivery issues. You’ll assist academic and clinical faculty in conducting cutting-edge research and evidence-based practice on campus and at our affiliated world-renowned educational and medical institutions.

Career Outlook

Our speech-language pathology graduates go to work in educational settings, in medical settings, and in research laboratories and private practices. The academic, clinical, research, and service opportunities that comprise our SLP graduate program allow our students to acquire the knowledge and skills needed for a lifetime of professional achievement and social contribution.

This program is visa-eligible at Northeastern University campuses in the United States and Canada.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Diagnostic Testing in Speech-Language Pathology
Stuttering
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Articulation and Phonology
Voice Disorders
Dysphagia
Counseling in Speech-Language Pathology
Motor Speech Disorders

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

115

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IELTS

8.5

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

115

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8.5

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General requirements

CSDCAS application
Three letters of recommendation
Transcripts from all institutions attended
Personal statement
Resumé
A TOEFL iBT score of 115 or higher for applicants who do not hold a degree from a U.S. institution and whose native language is not English. An IELTS score of 8.5 or higher can be used in place of TOEFL iBT scores
Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
Prerequisite coursework completed with a grade of C or higher:
Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanism
Introduction to Audiology
Introduction to Speech and Hearing Science
Language Development
Phonetics
Minimum of three of the ASHA prerequisite courses must be completed before matriculation

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

58380 USD / year

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58380 USD / year

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58380 USD / year

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Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 USD / month

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