The typical program is two academic years and one summer session in length. Meeting admission requirements for the Graduate School and the Department of Communication Disorders does not guarantee admission to the graduate sequence in communication disorders. Upon completion of the background work, applicants may then apply for admission to the regular graduate sequence for a fall semester. These requirements should be reviewed with the CDIS Department Chair before the graduate sequence is initiated. Student Financial Support Students are eligible to apply for financial support when they have been admitted to the graduate program.
Numerous scholarships are available, as well as graduate assistantships.
Located at the foot of the Texas Hill Country, SWT enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal clear San Marcos River and many sprawling cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of this picturesque locale. Located 30 miles south of Austin and 40 miles north of San Antonio, San Marcos has managed to retain the charm of a smaller community. SWT maintains an atmosphere where faculty and students take the processes of teaching and learning seriously. Southwest Texas, a member of the Texas State University System, is an affirmative action, equal opportunity educational institution.