Overview

Through their studies, students of the Communication Studies program from California State University Chico develop skills in critical and creative thinking, analysis and integration, reasoning and problem-solving, information literacy, and professional communication in oral and written formats and in group and interpersonal situations. These skills can be applied to advanced studies, a variety of human service-related professions, and lifelong learning.

Career Outlook

Speech-language pathology and audiology are stimulating, challenging, and rewarding professions. They demand a high level of skill as well as an affinity for helping and an ability to work effectively with people. Entry into the speech pathology profession requires a Master's degree; audiology requires a doctoral degree. Those who complete the Chico State master's program in speech-language pathology are highly sought and have many and varied employment opportunities.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Language and Culture of Deaf Americans

Phonetics

Articulation and Phonology Disorders

Voice and Fluency Disorders

Language Development

Anatomy and Physiology of Speech and Hearing Mechanisms

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00 , National

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Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chico, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completion of a university-preparatory secondary/high school program with a 3.0 (B in the U.S. system) or "Very Good" GPA

University-preparatory mathematics courses including beginning algebra, geometry, and intermediate algebra. All must have passing grades (C or better, or the equivalent)

Must have English Proficiency

The SAT/ACT test is not required for admission. Although not required, higher-level test scores may allow you to be placed into higher level English and/or Math courses

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

39104 USD / year

≈ 39104 USD / year
Out-of-State

39104 USD / year

≈ 39104 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

17792 USD / year

≈ 17792 USD / year

Living costs

Chico

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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