Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences

Master's in Speech-Language Pathology

No GRE Required.

Become a skilled clinician in speech-language pathology and bridge the communication gap for those who need it with research and evidence-based practices. The Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) program will prepare you to evaluate and treat communication and swallowing disorders at all ages across diverse populations. This SLP program includes integrated clinical work at the on-campus Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic as well as the opportunity to conduct research alongside faculty. After completing this CAA-ASHA accredited program, you’ll be prepared to work in a variety of settings, such as preschools, special education programs, public and private schools, hospitals, developmental centers, private practices, and nursing homes.

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About the Speech-Language Pathology Master’s Program

This speech-language pathology master’s program utilizes integrated internship and professional opportunities to ensure your success in the field as a knowledgeable and experienced practitioner.

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Accreditation

The MA program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), 2200 Research Boulevard #310, Rockville, Maryland 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.

The program is approved by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) for speech-language pathology and teacher certification (TSSLD), and by the NYSED Licensure Bureau for licensure as speech-language pathologists.

Program Completion Rates

Period # on Time # Completing Later # Not Completing % Completing on Time
2021-2022 39 1 0 97.5
2020-2021 39 0 0 100
2019-2020 44 1 0 97.8
3 Year Average       98.4

Praxis Examination Pass Rate Data
Method for Reporting Praxis Exam Results: ETS Data

Period # Students Taking Exam # Students Passed Percentage Pass Rate
2021-2022 27 23 85.2
2020-2021 28 28 100
2019-2020 35 33 94.3
3 Year Average     93.2

Employment Rate in Profession*

AY # Graduates % Graduates
2020-2021 38 97
2019-2020 44 100
2018-2019 42 100

*Data collected within one year after graduation.

Contact the Department

Our Offices

106 Davison Hall
Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Undergraduate Program
Phone: (516) 463-5508

Graduate Program
Phone: (516) 463-5509

Fax: (516) 463-5260

Graduate Program Director

Scott R. Schroeder, Ph.D.
106A, Davison Hall
516-463-7323

There is still time to apply to the MA in Speech-Language Pathology for the fall 2023 semester - we have extended the application submission deadline to Wednesday, February 15, 2023. The GRE is not required for admission.