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Communication Sciences and Disorders (PhD) at Northwestern University

Northwestern University, United States

Programme overview

A PhD where science meets practice, drawing students from biology, education, engineering, linguistics, neuroscience, physiology, physics, psychology and speech/hearing, with approaches from basic and clinical research to development and aging.

Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Evanston, IL, United States

What you will study

Focus on speech, language, hearing, learning, swallowing and communication.

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Application information

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 applications for 2026-27 open September 15, 2026; deadlines vary by programme. The Graduate School application fee is $95 and nonrefundable, paid by credit or debit card.

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