The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders has been offering quality training of professionals in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology since 1948.

The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders fosters a collaborative learning environment in a community that furthers the understanding of the science of communication as well as the scientific basis of clinical practice.

Watch this video to hear what SLP and AuD graduates have to say about our programs.

Programs

M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology

The Masters degree program in Speech-Language Pathology is designed to provide the student with sufficient depth and breadth of academic study and clinical practicum for a professional career in the diagnosis and management of individuals with speech and language disorders. We accept graduate students with and without the background in communication sciences and disorders.

Research Ph.D. in Speech-Language Pathology

The doctoral (Ph.D.) program in Speech-Language Pathology consist of academic and research experiences, with an emphasis on basic and applied science. The Ph.D. degree programs are intended to prepare students for academic and research careers.

Au.D. in Clinical Audiology

The Au.D. program is designed to provide the student with sufficient depth and breadth of academic study and clinical practicum for a professional career in the diagnosis and management of hearing and balance disorders.

Research Ph.D. in Audiology

The doctoral (Ph.D.) program in Audiology consist of academic and research experiences, with an emphasis on basic and applied science. The Ph.D. degree programs are intended to prepare students for academic and research careers.

Dual Au.D. / Ph.D. Program in Audiology

Syracuse University also offers a combined Au.D./Ph.D. degree program for those students interested in receiving both a professional doctoral degree (Au.D.) and a research doctoral degree (Ph.D.).