Speech and Hearing Science Graduate Degree Programs

See an overview of the SHS graduate program here.

Master of Arts Program

• Master of Arts Clinical Degree for those who wish to pursue professional certification in speech language pathology.
• Master of Arts Nonclinical degree for students who do not plan to pursue professional practice.

Graduate programs of study include speech-language pathology, audiology, and speech, language, and hearing science. The department prepares scientists and professionals who specialize in the study of receptive and productive aspects of oral and alternative communication and communication disorders. Clinics offer outreach programs to anyone with a communication disorder.

• Pamela Hadley, Ph.D.; Director of Graduate Studies
• Faculty
• Research
• Clinics

Doctoral Program

• Doctor of Philosophy program prepares the student for independent research.
• Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) provides advanced professional training for diagnosis and habilitation/rehabilitation of hearing disorders application and related research.

Graduate Admissions

University Academic Information

• Graduate College
• Graduate Student Handbook

To apply:

1. Review Departmental admission information for additional information and guidelines
   Kinesiology and Community Health (KCH) Admission
   Recreation, Sport and Tourism (RST) Admission
   Speech and Hearing Science (SHS) Admission
2. Complete University of Illinois Application online. This allows students to track their admission progress and conduct most of the admission process, including credit card payments, electronically.
3. Provide Official Transcripts
4. Provide Results of the Graduate Records Examination
5. Provide Personal Statement (included in on-line application)
6. Provide Letters of Recommendation (included in on-line application)

For additional questions or information:

• Steven Petruzzello, Ph.D., KCH Director of Graduate Studies, 217-333-1083
• Cary McDonald, Ph.D., RST Director of Graduate Studies, 217-333-4410
• Pam Hadley, Ph.D., SHS Director of Graduate Studies, 217-333-2230

Financial Aid

Financial support, typically research or teaching assistantships, is available for a limited number of students and is based on merit. Need-based financial support may be applied for through the University Financial Aid Office.

• University of Illinois Financial Assistance
• Kinesiolgy and Community Health Financial Aid
• Recreation, Sport and Tourism
• Speech and Hearing Science
  Bob Bilger Award