Program Overview
The Speech-Language Pathology at Samford University is a MSc programme in Humanities, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Speech-Language Pathology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 789 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 789 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Homewood, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Speech-Language Pathology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Beginning\nClinical Practicum
- Research Methods in Speech\nLanguage Pathology
- Language Disorders III:\nSchool Age
- Medical Aspects of Speech\nLanguage Pathology
- Voice & Resonance Disorders\nAcross the Lifespan
- Counseling Strategies in Speech\nLanguage Pathology
- Neuroscience for Speech\nLanguage Pathologists
- Practical Application of Speech\nScience
- Evaluation and Treatment of\nAphasia in Adults
- Motor Speech Disorders
- Cognitive-Communicative\nDisorders in Adults
- Professional Trends in Speech\nLanguage Pathology
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
To be considered for the Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology program, you\xc2\x92ll need to meet the following criteria:
- Undergraduate degree in CSD/SLP OR related area (education, health sciences, psychology, family sciences, etc.)
- Pre-requisite undergraduate courses (ASHA CCC eligibility requirement):
- Biological science (4 credit hours)
- Physical science (must be chemistry or physics) (4 credit hours)
- Statistics (math, psychology, health sciences) (3 credit hours)
- Social/Behavioral Science (sociology, psychology, anthropology) (3 credit hours)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 789 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 789 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 789 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 789 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Samford University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Samford University
Samford University
Birmingham, United States
Samford University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline December 15, 2025
- Start Date August 2026
- Language English
- Duration 10 year(s)