Master of Science in

Speech-Language Pathology

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Why Choose Our Program?

Jacksonville University is training students to become top speech language pathologists who are knowledgeable and skilled in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of speech, voice, swallowing, language, and cognitive disorders. Under the direction of experienced faculty, students will gain the skills needed to assess and treat individuals who are in need of speech therapy. Our program:

Offers two modalities: full-time, in-person (5 semesters) or part-time, online (8 semesters).
Led by faculty that possess extensive clinical knowledge and research backgrounds.
Maintains valuable partnerships with top healthcare organizations and schools.

We are also partnered with Sant'anna Institute to offer Pathways to Speech Language Pathology: a MS in Speech-Language Pathology pre-requisite program. Coursework is completed online with a culminating field and study experience in Sorrento, Italy.

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ALUMNI & SUPPORTERS

Support future Speech-Language Pathology students with scholarship funding!

New Modality Available

MS in Speech-Language Pathology - Distance Education

Jacksonville University has added a new modality for the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program. Ideal for those needing part-time study and adaptable schedules, our eight-semester Distance Education program supports your journey to becoming a skilled speech-language pathologist. Students will have the ability to attend online classes, then gain hands-on experience with full-time clinical placements in your last two semesters. Courses will be virtual and synchronous on an Eastern Standard Time schedule. This flexible, cohort-based program is comprised of 60 credit hours of academic coursework with labs and two full-time placements in the final two semesters. .

Applications for both the in-person and distance MS in Speech Language Pathology should be submitted through CSDCAS. Please refer to the Admissions Requirements for more information on how to apply for these programs.

More About the ProgramLearn Through Experiences

An MS in Speech-Language Pathology allows you to gain the skills needed to assess and treat individuals in need of speech therapy. Hear from current students and faculty about their experiences in Jacksonville University's program.

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Admissions RequirementsHow to Apply

Applications for the 2025 Residential cohort are being accepted on a rolling basis.

Completed CSDCAS Application
Unofficial Transcripts for All Degrees Conferred
Statement of Intent
Resume / Curriculum Vitae
3 Letters of Recommendation
GRE Scores (optional)

All international students must meet CSD department minimum TOEFL score requirements regardless of the language in which the undergraduate program was completed. A minimum TOEFL score of 550 on the paper-based test (TOEFL PBT) or 80 on the internet-based version (TOEFL iBT) is required for admission.

***Please note: Jacksonville University requires applicants to submit an application through the CSDCAS portal. Applicants do not need to complete a separate JU application.

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Dive intoSpeech-Language Pathology

Speech-language Pathologists can work in many different settings including schools, hospitals, and private health centers to diagnose, treat, and prevent a variety of communication, speech and language disorders.

$89,290the median salary for a speech-language pathologist with a master's degree

99%employment rate for graduating cohorts

33,100employment change from 2022 - 2032

Students performing a speech pathology study.

Accreditation & Application Standards

Accreditation
The Master of Science (M.S.) education program in speech-language pathology at Jacksonville University is accredited for residential, satellite, and distance education programs by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.

ASHA CCC-SLP Application Standards

A career as a Speech Language Pathologist involves working with individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds, ages, and ability levels, as well as handling confidential information. In an effort to ensure that the profession is made up of individuals of integrity, those applying for certification as an SLP must answer questions regarding their criminal background.

Additional Resources

For more information regarding the graduate admission process to the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program, please contact graduateadmissons@ju.edu.

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