The Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders is designed for students seeking entry-level professional preparation in speech-language pathology. The curriculum incorporates six semesters of coursework and intensive clinical practicum experiences designed to prepare students to meet state licensure and national certification requirements.
The Master of Science (M.S.) education program in speech-language pathology at the University of Kentucky is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, 800-498-2017 or 301-296-5700.
The admissions cycle to the M.S.C.S.D program is a competitive application process occuring annually (September - January). Applicants choose one of two tracks. The traditional track is for students who have an undergraduate major or equivalent in communication sciences and disorders. The traditional track cohort matriculates in June. Applicants without an undegraduate major or equivalent in communication sciences and disorders should apply as a prerequisite student to complete the prerequisite coursework. Prerequisite students matriculate in August.
Admissions decisions are based on a composite of information about the applicant, not merely one factor. The composite includes but is not limited to: grades, personal achievements/involvement during school or since graduation, service activities, potential to contribute to the diversity of the program, leadership, motivation, time mangement skills, and letters of recommendation.
Admission Requirements
All applicants must meet the minimum academic standards for the Graduate School. Completion of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 out of a possible 4.0 from a regionally accredited college or university is required prior to entry into the program.
Degree Requirements
Core coursework:
* CSD 675 can be repeated three times
**Graduate students are required to take two credits of CSD 788 Variable Topics as elective courses or any other related graduate level elective. Elective courses are offered on a rotating basis.
Coursework includes 34 didactic hours plus comprehensive examinations or an optional thesis.
Graduate students completing the thesis option also complete the following:
Graduate students wishing to meet American Speech-Language-Hearing Association certification requirements must also complete the following additional clinical orientation, clinical practicum, and clinical rotation experiences.
For more detailed information about admissions and requirements of the program, please visit the program website.
www.uky.edu/chs/communication-sciences-and-disorders
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