Overview

The Speech Language Pathology program at University of Maryland is an academically based, clinically oriented program designed primarily to prepare professional Speech-Language Pathologists. While information pertaining to communication disorders comprises the central focus of the degree, education about the normal processes of communication, as well as about research methods, is considered an integral part of the program.

Key Facts

Students completing the program are eligible to obtain the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) of the American-Speech-Language-Hearing Association, and licensure in the State of Maryland and other states. The program typically takes 2 years of study (5 semesters, including the intervening summer and winter semesters).

Students have the option of pursuing a Cultural and Linguistic Diversity Emphasis track as part of their M.A. degree. Additionally, students can concurrently pursue a post-baccalaureate Bilingual Certificate Program in Speech-Language Pathology.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Speech Production Disorders Across the Lifespan

Language Disorders in the Pre-school Age

Voice Disorders

Dysphagia

Language disorders in school-aged children and adolescents

Diagnostic Procedures in Speech-Language Pathology

Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Autism Spectrum Disorders

Advanced Seminar in Neurological Bases of Communication

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-03 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

35 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

College Park, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.5 _{(recommended)}

Successful M.A. applicants typically have earned at least a 3.5 undergraduate GPA (with 3.7-3.8 being the average)

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Other requirements

General requirements

Statement of Purpose

Transcript(s)

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Letters of Recommendation (3)

CV/Resume

Supplemental Application

Completion of at least 60% of undergraduate pre-requisite courses prior to application

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

32865 USD / year

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Out-of-State

32865 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

15365 USD / year

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Living costs

College Park

United States

1676 - 2838 USD / month

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