Au.D. Audiology at University of South Florida

Programme overview

The Au.D. is a four-year post-baccalaureate professional doctorate producing audiologists competent in diagnostic, remedial and other services of audiology. It is accredited by the ASHA Council on Academic Accreditation. Students complete a clinical practicum sequence, clerkships and externships, and an audiology doctoral project.

Faculty: College of Behavioral and Community Sciences | Department: Communication Science and Disorders | Duration: 4 years post-baccalaureate; 101 credit hours minimum | Study mode: full-time | Location: Tampa, FL, United States

What you will study

47 core hours (audiology science core such as auditory anatomy and physiology and psychoacoustics, and practice core such as medical audiology, amplification, pediatric audiology, electrophysiology, vestibular evaluation, aural rehabilitation, hearing conservation and cochlear implants), 9 hours of advanced study, 36 hours of practical experience including practica, clerkships and externships, and a 9-hour doctoral project. Graduation requires B- or better in each audiology course, a 3.00 GPA, annual comprehensive exams and a defended doctoral project.

Career pathways

Practising audiologist in diagnostic and remedial audiology services.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Must meet USF graduate admission and English proficiency requirements, plus a CSDCAS application. GRE optional; three letters of recommendation; 1-2 page letter of intent; demonstrated competency in communication skills as determined by the chairperson or delegate. Applicants with a bachelor's degree in any field may enter, though those lacking undergraduate communication sciences and disorders coursework may need additional courses.

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.

Doctoral admission is offered for Fall, Spring and Summer semesters.

Final university deadlines for doctoral programmes: February 15 for Fall, October 15 for Spring, February 15 for Summer. Programme-specific priority deadlines apply for funding and consideration.

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