Master of Science in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences (MSSLHS) Program Overview

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Master of Science in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences

Experiential learning, education and training in a full range of evaluation and remediation techniques are integral parts of the curriculum. We teach how to translate theory into practice. Additional areas of study within the SLHS Department are in the area of bilingual speech-language pathology and family-focused treatment.

MSSLHS Graduate Admissions

Deadlines

Deadlines 
Applications and Materials DeadlineDecember 15
Letters of Recommendation DeadlineJanuary 5
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Our difference


Our program brings together exceptional expertise, compassion, and mentorship to create a supportive, growth-focused environment. You will be challenged beyond your comfort zone as we prepare you with the skills you need to make a meaningful impact in the field.

 

 

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Bilingual Certificate


We offer a Bilingual certificate (with an emphasis on Spanish/English bilingual populations) to MSSLHS students to foster specialized academic and clinical training, and competitive certification, specific to serve bilingual individuals with communication disorders.

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MSSLHS Information

Beginning with the orientation for new graduate students held prior to the start of the Fall semester, each graduate student is advised on a regular basis by the Graduate Advisor and Graduate Coordinator working together. This mentoring team assist students with course selection, registration, and helps to coordinate course work and clinical practicum experiences so that the student derives maximum benefit from his or her experience in the program.

A SLHS graduate student handbook is given to all new students.

Periodically, the Department Chair, Graduate Advisor and Graduate Program Coordinator meet with the entire group of MSSLHS students for question/answer and feedback sessions.

Admitted applicants to the MSSLHS program in Speech-Language Pathology at UT Austin, must complete ALL prerequisite coursework and ASHA Certification Standards coursework (Standard IV-A) before the start of the program.

MSSLHS Prerequisites

The Master of Science in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences (MSSLHS) education program in speech-language pathology (residential) at The University of Texas at Austin 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, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.