Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology at Florida International University

Programme overview

The Master of Science (MS) in Speech-Language Pathology degree program prepares students to identify, assess, and manage a wide range of communication disorders, including speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. The program curriculum focuses on developing comprehensive treatment plans for patients of all ages who exhibit communication differences and disorders.

Faculty: Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing and Health Sciences | Duration: 3 years (61 credits) | Location: Miami, FL, United States

What you will study

The programme requires 61 credit hours. Requirement areas in the catalogue: Requirements for students without a bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders.

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Entry requirements

The Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology consists of 61 graduate hours. Full time enrollment is required. Students will complete six semesters in the program. Student progress will be monitored each semester by departmental faculty. An overall GPA of 3.0 is required for graduation. A grade of “B” or higher is required for all courses in the program of study. If a student receives a grade of “B-“ or below, then that course must be retaken; however, only two courses can be repeated. Any student who earns a grade of “B-“ or lower in more than two courses will be terminated from the program. Clinical practicum hours will be obtained in a variety of community settings. A minimum of 400 clinical clock hours are required for graduation. Passing the PRAXIS examination (162 passing score) is required for degree completion. The program of study provides students with theoretical and clin

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate entry terms: Fall (starts in August), Spring (starts in January) and Summer (starts in May); some programmes limit admission to one or two terms a year.

Domestic master's and graduate certificate deadlines: Fall June 1; Spring October 1; Summer March 1. Programme deadlines may be earlier. The graduate application fee is $30, submitted through the online application.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.fiu.edu/

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