Milestone 3
Are You Prepared for the Road Ahead?
Now that you have assessed your academic strengths and identified a career goal, you should take a moment to gauge whether you are prepared to undertake the course of study necessary to achieve your goal. The profile below will help you determine whether your previous academic achievement is appropriate preparation for your career goal. You might not have a perfect match to the criteria indicated. That's okay, the criteria will help you identify potential areas where you will need additional help or preparation along the way.
A career in SPEECH PATHOLOGY/AUDIOLOGY requires an undergraduate degree which usually takes four years of study, then a graduate degee which typically takes two additional years. Once you have completed your undergraduate degree, you can continue your studies in a PhD program. A successful career in Speech Pathology/Audiology requires a commitment to preparing yourself for a rigorous and demanding course of study and seeking out meaningful shadowing or volunteer experiences in the field or a closely related area.
Use the information below to become familiar with the requirements and expectations for this career path.
Typically, students interested in pursuing studies that will lead to a career in Speech Pathology/Audiology share the following attributes:
HIGH SCHOOL PROFILES of UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
considering admission to the Department of Communication Sciences
| Desirable SAT Score: | >= 1000 |
| HS Rank: | Top 25% |
| HS GPA: | 3.00 |
| High School Sciences: | Biology, Chemistry, Physics |
| High School Math: | Algebra I-II, Geometry, Trigonometry/ Pre-Calculus |
(a)Students who demonstrate satisfactory completion of high school PHYSICS & TRIGONOMETRY/ PRE-CALCULUS will receive enhanced consideration for admission to a program.
*Please note that the respective programs try to balance several factors when considering students for admissions. Thus, individuals who do not meet all of the guidelines may be considered by a program.
A career in Speech Pathology/Audiology requires first a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree. As an undergraduate, you will have to meet the following expectations:
COLLEGE PROFILES of UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
considering admission to the Master's Program in Communication Sciences
| Possible majors: | Students interested in a career in Speech Pathology/Audiology typically complete a degree in Communication Science. |
| Required Courses: | |
| Recommended Courses: | |
| Science GPA | |
| Cumulative GPA: | >= 3.2 |
| Hours/Degree Required | B.S. or B.A. |
| Desirable GRE Score: | Verbal and Quantitative > 1000 |
Once you have completed your undergraduate studies, the road to a career in Speech Pathology/Audiology includes the following time and application requirements:
| Length of Program (years) | 2 |
| Degree Conferred | Masters in Communication Sciences |
| Application Period | To February 1 |
| Application Essay | Required |
| Letters of Recommendation | Required (3) |
| Official Transcript(s) | Required |
| Interview Writing Sample | N/A |
