Speech-Language Pathology M.S.

The speech-language pathology program is committed to preparing competent and compassionate clinicians, motivated scholars and ethical professionals for entry into the field of speech-language pathology.

The Master of Science (M.S.) degree program in speech-language pathology at Lamar University consists of 11 academic courses and a sequence of clinical practicum experiences. Students enroll in SPHS 5309 Advanced Clinical Practicum in each semester of the program.

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Accreditation

Lamar University's speech and hearing sciences graduate programs—the Doctor of Audiology (residential) and Master of Science in speech-language pathology (residential)—are accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
2200 Research Boulevard, #310
Rockville, MD 20850
800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700. www.asha.org 

First Year

During the first year of graduate studies, clinical practicum experiences are obtained within the Lamar University Speech and Hearing Clinic and other specialty clinics.

Second Year

During the second year, students are placed in externship assignments to develop a comprehensive clinical foundation. Courses are offered online in the final semester at this time to offer maximal flexibility in final-semester externship assignments.

Career Opportunities

Career Opportunities Chart: School is 53%, College/University is 3%, hospital is 13%, Resdential Health Care Facility is 10%, Non-residential Health Care Facility is 16%, Other is 5%

Salaries

According to a 2010 survey by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, the median annual salary for speech-language pathologists is $55,934; for audiologists it is $65,000.

Salaries for speech scientists and hearing scientists are quite variable and, depending on the employment setting, can range from $40,000 to more than $60,000 for graduates with and doctoral degrees.

Cost Estimates

You can find out about tuition and fee estimates by visiting LU's tuition and fees page.

Other Expenses

In addition to tuition and fees, students may need to consider other expenses. These include living expenses and travel expenses to attend clinical placements during year two. Texas living expenses are considered more economical when compared to the national average.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

The following scholarships are available for the students pursuing the MS in Speech-Language Pathology

  • Tony Houseman Memorial Scholarship
  • Paula and John Lovoi Scholarship in Speech-Language Pathology
  • Diane and Don Shaver Speech and Hearing Sciences Scholarship

Note: All students accepted and enrolled into the M.S. program receive a $1,000.00 scholarship per year of their graduate studies. All out-of-state students receive an out-of-state tuition waiver.

For more information visit our department's scholarships webpage

To learn more about financial aid/student loans, visit LU's student financial assistance website.

Research

Speech and Language Pathology faculty are involved in a variety of lab and field-based research. Please refer to faculty profiles to find out more about research interests and specific research studies.