Communication Sciences and Disorders
| Degrees: | Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts, Doctor of Audiology, Doctor of Philosophy |
| Majors: | Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) Audiology (CSD) Speech-Language Pathology (CSD) Speech, Hearing or Language Science (CSD) 344 French Building East (513-558-8501) |
PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION IN
AUDIOLOGY AND SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY
The graduate programs in speech-language pathology and audiology are accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association. Both programs involve in-depth study of the various disorders of communication coupled with practicum experience in the areas of study. Upon completion of the program, all graduates are eligible for the ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence and licensing in the State of Ohio in the area of their major, Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology. Students may complete education courses for State of Ohio Public School Certification.
In addition, master's students complete a thesis or publishable paper to gain
experience and skill in developing evidence-based practice.
Speech-Language Pathology, Master of Arts
Speech-language pathology students at the Master of Arts level are expected to acquire those skills which would enable them to identify and manage a full range of speech/language and hearing disorders. Students are required to complete course work in the areas of neurogenic speech and language disorders, voice and craniofacial disorders, fluency disorders, language and literacy problems in children, hearing problems of children and adults.
In order to provide the master's level student with adequate advanced didactic and practicum experience with persons manifesting communication disorders, two years of study is necessary, including at least one summer term. Students who do not possess a well-rounded undergraduate major in speech and hearing, or those who come from other fields, will find it necessary to complete undergraduate requirements prior to entering the program.
Audiology, Doctor of Audiology
Students who elect to major in audiology complete course work in psychoacoustics, hearing evaluation, hearing aids, habilitative audiology, and speech and language disorders in order to prepare them to evaluate hearing disorders and provide appropriate management.
In order to provide the doctoral level student with adequate advanced
didactic and practicum experience with persons manifesting hearing disorders,
four years of study is necessary, including summer terms. Students who do not
possess a well-rounded undergraduate major in speech and hearing, or those who
come from other fields, will find it necessary to complete undergraduate
requirements prior to entering the program.
Admission Requirements
| 1. | Online application to the Graduate School at www.grad.uc.edu . A nonrefundable application fee payable to the University of Cincinnati must accompany the application. |
| 2. | Graduate Record Examination score of 500 or better for each of the verbal and quantitative sections and a 4.5 or above for the written/analytical section. The student is to request that GRE results be sent directly to the University of Cincinnati. The University of Cincinnati GRE university code is 1833, department code for Speech-Language Pathology is 0620, department code for Audiology is 0602. GRE results are sent to the University via computer download tape and individual departments access these results via an internal computer program. If GRE results are older than 5 years, the student must supply the Admissions Committee with an original paper copy. |
| 3. | Typed 1-2 page narrative goals statement/essay of academic and professional objectives for advanced study (please type name in upper right-hand corner of goals statement). Send directly to the Graduate Admissions Committee, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Cincinnati, 3202 Eden Avenue, G65 French Building East, Cincinnati, OH 45267-0379. |
| 4. | A resume showing previous work experience, outside activities, scholarships and honors, etc. Send directly to the Graduate Admissions Committee, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Cincinnati, 3202 Eden Avenue, G65 French Building East, Cincinnati, OH 45267-0379. |
| 5. | A 3.0 minimum overall undergraduate grade point average. ONE original official transcript is required FROM EACH UNIVERSITY ATTENDED REGARDLESS OF DURATION OR NUMBER OF CREDITS/COURSES TAKEN. It is strongly suggested that the student request transcripts be sent with fall semester grades posted. Send directly to the Graduate Admissions Committee, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Cincinnati, 3202 Eden Avenue, G65 French Building East, Cincinnati, OH 45267-0379. |
| 6. | Three letters of recommendation relative to prospective student's academic promise at graduate level. Send directly to the Graduate Admissions Committee, Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, University of Cincinnati, 3202 Eden Avenue, G65 French Building East, Cincinnati, OH 45267-0379. These letters should be on university or business letterhead and may be sent individually or as a packet, mailed or faxed (fax number 513-558-0618). No forms from the University of Cincinnati or the department are supplied or required for letters of recommendation. |
| 7. | One official final transcript(s) with bachelor's and/or additional degree(s) posted is/are required upon completion of the degree program(s). |
| 8. | Students entering the professional preparation program in speech-language pathology or audiology must have a well rounded undergraduate degree with a major in communication disorders or complete a set of prerequisite courses related to science and human communication. |
Application files for admission are to be completed with the above requirements
by January 5. A student may be admitted only in Fall Quarter. The application review process for
completed files begins January 6 by the Department Graduate Admissions Committee
and takes approximately 6-12 weeks. Applicants will receive written notice,
postal or e-mail, as application materials are received and when the application
file is complete and ready for review. Incomplete files will not be reviewed.
Admission decisions will be made in writing only.
Students who do not meet the admission requirements stated above MAY be
admitted on a provisional basis. These students must maintain a 3.0 average
during their first two quarters of study to be admitted to full status and to be
eligible for financial aid.
International students must fulfill U.S. Immigration Service requirements and
register with the International Services Offices at UC. The Test of English as a
Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the Michigan Test is required of all applicants
whose native language is other than English.
Financial Assistance
The program has a number of University Graduate Scholarships (partial tuition
grants) that can be awarded to first-year students on the basis of quality of
academic record. Students who do not receive scholarships during the first year
of study are still eligible for a tuition grant during summer school and for
scholarships for the second year of study. Most students receive some form of
financial support during the second year of study. International students who
receive tuition grants and/or stipends must participate in the Oral English
Proficiency Testing. In order to be eligible for financial aid, students must be
enrolled for full-time study (15 cr. hrs. in fall and summer quarters; 12 cr.
hrs. in winter and spring).
SLP Curriculum
AuD Curriculum
For More Information
For further information about the graduate communication sciences and disorders program, contact:
Graduate Admissions Coordinator
Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders
University of Cincinnati
3202 Eden Avenue
G65 French Building East
Cincinnati, OH 45267-0379
(513) 558-8502
Further information is available on our Web site: http://www.uc.edu/csd
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