Students must have an overall grade point average in speech-language pathology of 3.0 to apply to the graduate school, however, most students accepted to the graduate program in the past years have had a GPA of 3.3 or above. The majority of students have completed a Bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology with specific undergraduate coursework. Some provision is made for students with degrees in related fields following the completion of undergraduate coursework. All students may choose the thesis option in lieu of a written examination. In addition, the Office of Student Work and Financial Assistance administers several federal, state and institutional financial aid programs, including scholarships, grants, and loans.
Early application is advised.
Job Description Assist speech-language pathologist in providing diagnostic and therapeutic services to preschool children with communication disorders enrolled in Head Start. Consultation and collaboration with classroom teachers, parents and other professionals. Generate intervention plans, maintain accurate records, and participate in multidisciplinary conferences. A 3.0 minimum GPA and 50 hours of completed clinical practice is required. Applicants must apply directly with the Division of Communication Disorders and Sciences in the Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders.