Graduate Programs

Communication Disorders (Speech-Language Pathology)
Master of Science

Communication Science Disorders students study the very essence of the human condition—communication. Communication disorders stem from an array of impairments in the speech, voice, resonance, fluency, swallowing, and language processes. Disorders of human communication affect millions of Americans and cut across the entire life span. An estimated 1 in 6 individuals will suffer from a communication impairment in their lifetime. Speech-language pathologists identify, prevent, evaluate, and treat individuals with communication disorders. The growing number of people with communication impairments reflects a need for qualified SLPs to serve the populace.
Our program prepares individuals for a career in SLP in a variety of educational, hospital and private settings. Composed of 19 full-time faculty scholars and clinical educators, our department is also dedicated to clinical research, arguably the leading communication sciences and disorders program in the nation with this emphasis. Our master’s program utilizes a cohort model. Students complete the 12 semester sequence as a group before a new cohort begins. Contact the Admissions Coordinator for the next cohort start date.

2008-2009 Program Costs

• Tuition and Fees
• Florida resident: $330.55 per credit hour
• Non-Florida resident: $961.95 per credit hour
• Residing in Leon, Gadsden, or Wakulla Counties (non-campus students):
  • Florida resident: $355.75 per credit hour*
  • Non-Florida resident: $987.15 per credit hour*
  *Add additional $20.00 per semester for mandatory Student Facilities Use Fee

• Books
  We estimate the cost of books and course materials for an academic year to be $350.00. Students are responsible for the cost and shipping fees of all books and course materials. Contact your academic coordinator (see below) to learn which bookstore offers course materials for your degree program.

• Financial Aid
  Six hours or more at FSU
  Students who are taking 6 semester hours or more may be eligible for financial aid. If you are interested in applying for financial aid, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This form is available online on the Office of Financial Aid website. The website also provides financial aid information pertaining to the University.
  Need additional financial aid assistance?
  Contact Joanne Clark, Distance Learning Financial Aid Officer, Phone: 850-644-1641
  U.S. Mail:
  Office of Financial Aid
  Florida State University
  A4400 University Center
  Tallahassee, FL 32306-2430

Admissions/Registration Information - Erica Lee, Phone: (850) 644-2253
Advisor/Program Coordinator - Juliann Woods, Phone: (850) 645-4972
U.S. Mail: Department of Communication Disorders
Florida State University
401 Regional Rehab Center
Tallahassee, FL 32306-1200

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