About this Program

This program is designed to provide graduates with the professional skills necessary to prevent, assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in individuals of all ages, from infants to the elderly. Additionally, graduates will emerge with a strong grasp of ethical conduct, research principles in an evidence-based clinical practice, and professional skills necessary to become compassionate advocates for people with communication and swallowing disorders.

Program Highlights

  • Accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology & Speech-Language Pathology

  • 100% of graduates pass Praxis examination in Speech-Language Pathology

  • 100% of graduates are employed within 6 months of graduation

  • Two externship experiences in medical, educational, and clinical facilities

  • On-campus clinic provides unique practicum experiences in oral preschool, aphasia group, social skills group, and interprofessional education

  • Research active faculty provide opportunities to take part in research projects

AT A GLANCE
Degree Level
Graduate
Degree Earned
Master of Science
Delivery Modes
On-Campus

Careers

Check out these ideas from ODU Career Development Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is a midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.

Speech-Language Pathologists

$79,770 Median Salary

Assess and treat persons with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. May select alternative communication systems and teach their use. May perform research related to speech and language problems.

Alumni Careers

Virginia Beach City Public Schools
Chesapeake Public Schools
Newport News Public Schools
Children's Hospital of Kings Daughters
Southeastern Therapy for Kids
Sentara Healthcare

Requirements

What are the requirements to apply for Speech-Language Pathology at ODU?
Students entering the Master of Science program in Speech-Language Pathology should meet the minimum university admission requirements Graduate Admission.

Two step application process with a February 1 deadline each year. Admission decisions take place after March 1.

  • Apply through Communication Sciences and Disorders Centralized Application System (CSDCAS). All documents (transcripts, letters, essay) are to be submitted to CSDCAS by February 1 of each year. GRE scores are sent to the ODU CSDCAS code 1867. Official transcripts must be sent to: CSDCAS Verfication Dept., P.O. Box 9113, Watertown, MA 02471.

  • Students then must go to the ODU graduate application system to complete a secondary application form and submit unofficial transcripts to ODU. No additional documents are needed with the ODU application.

Cost

Estimated rates for the 2023-24 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.

Virginia Resident
Cost Per-Credit $599
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Cost Per-Credit $623
Non-Resident
Cost Per-Credit $1,439

Ways to Save

Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending ODU. For more information visit University Student Financial aid

Norfolk Sertoma Club Scholarships

Several scholarships are offered each year to Masters students in speech-language Pathology. Preference is given to students who are actively involved in the ODU campus or the Norfolk and Hampton Roads community.

Tidewater Scottish Rite Scholarships

Six $6,000 scholarships are offered annually to Master's degree students in speech-language pathology. Scholarships are offered based on academic performance among the top applicants to the graduate program each Fall.

Bennett’s Creek Sertoma Club Scholarship

One scholarship is offered annually to a Master's degree student in speech-language pathology. Preference is given to a student who is a resident of Suffolk.

Graduate Assistantships

Several graduate assistantships are available to students in the master's programs in speech-language pathology and special education. The assistantships come with a semester stipend. No tuition is included. Duties include providing administrative support and faculty support for teaching or research.

Contact

Professor

115 LIONS CHILD STUDY CTR
NORFOLK, 23529