Overview

Students in SLHS at the Purdue University gain a firm foundation for future graduate studies in audiology, speech-language pathology, and many other fields, as well as a well-rounded education that prepares them for life. Lyles Porter Hall, home of SLHS, contains the largest collection of soundproof booths in North America, a specialized preschool, research laboratories and clinical space where undergraduate students, graduate students, and clinical faculty in SLHS see approximately 2,000 clients annually.

Careers in Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences

Typically, 95% of graduates who apply to professional/graduate schools earn a spot and 93% of graduates who decide to enter the workforce earn a position.

Speech-language pathologist (SLP) - treats disorders such as stuttering, delayed language development, aphasia, and voice articulation problems. SLPs work in a variety of settings, including private practice, hospitals, nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, and school systems. Employment as an SLP requires completion of a master’s degree, supervised professional experience, and passing a national examination.
Audiologist (AUD) - specializes in the prevention, assessment, and rehabilitation of hearing disorders. An Audiologist evaluates patients, provides communication training, and dispenses hearing aids and other devices in settings such as private practice, hospitals, nursing homes, or for physicians and corporations. Employment as an AUD requires completion of a four-year doctoral degree, including an internship, and passing national examination.
Speech scientist - researches processes involved in normal and impaired speech production and perception.
Hearing scientist - investigates mechanisms of normal and impaired hearing.
Language scientist (linguist) - explores aspects of language structure, both spoken and signed.
Applied behavior analyst – help children and families, especially children with autism, improve language skills and self-help skills.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Communication Disorders
Elements of Linguistics
Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech Mechanism
Language Development
Phonetics/Elements of Phonetics
Language and the Brain
Learning Community
Understanding Autism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

West Lafayette, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Apply Online: $60 Application Fee
Secondary School Grades
Official SAT or ACT Score: SAT or ACT scores with writing is strongly encouraged for international citizens.
Proof of English Proficiency
Letter of Recommendation: Though not required, a letter of recommendation is strongly encouraged, especially for students eligible to be considered for scholarships, for the Honors College or for those who are applying to highly competitive programs.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

32104 USD / year

≈ 32104 USD / year
Out-of-State

28794 USD / year

≈ 28794 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9718 USD / year

≈ 9718 USD / year

Living costs

West Lafayette

United States

1096 - 1774 USD / month

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Overview

Careers in Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

West Lafayette

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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