MS Speech-Language Pathology at Vanderbilt University

Programme overview

Hearing and Speech Sciences MS in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Train to become a skilled, certified speech-language pathologist through hands-on learning in real-world care settings in the nation’s top speech-pathology master’s program – degree in communication sciences and disorders not required for admission. Program Highlights 2-Year, Full-time Program Complete your degree in 5 to 6 full-time semesters, depending on your academic background. Learn About Clinical Education Expert, Supportive Faculty Nearly all SLP faculty members have been or are currently involved in direct clinical care.

Faculty: School of Medicine | Study mode: full-time | Location: Nashville, TN, United States

What you will study

The MS-SLP program, which requires at least five semesters of coursework and a 10-week clinical externship, provides a foundation for building advanced skills in autism diagnosis and intervention. Trainees also complete specialized coursework in autism, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and behavior management.

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Entry requirements

During their thesis experience, students should register each semester for SLP 7999 Master’s Thesis Research, using the section number of the thesis advisor in order to reflect the work on their transcript.

USD 50,181 a year (2026-27). Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology tuition 2026-27 for first and second year; second year with prerequisites is $33,454. Excludes fees and health insurance. Source

Graduate School programmes mainly start in fall; entry terms and deadlines vary by programme and are set by each programme.

Graduate School fall application deadlines differ by department and range from 1 December to 15 January. The Graduate School application fee is $95, paid online after submitting the application, and only one fee is charged for up to two programme applications per year.

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