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Master of Speech-Language Pathology

California State University, East Bay

Hayward, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Master's in speech-language pathology with clinical placements.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Speech-Language Pathology can develop the ability to examine learning and communication needs
Design context-appropriate educational or language activities and evaluate their effectiveness
And apply advanced analytical or reflective approaches to complex work. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Schools
Hospitals
Clinics
Long-term care facilities
Rehabilitation centers
Private practice

Curriculum

60 credits over two years. Clinical placements at over 250 partner sites including Montefiore and Northwell
Plus an on-site Speech and Hearing Clinic. Students from varied backgrounds
Including conditional acceptance
Are considered.

Entry requirements

Academic

Equivalent of a 4-year US bachelor degree from a regionally accredited institution with at least a 2.5 GPA; some departments require more
plus GRE/GMAT or supplemental documents where the department asks.

Minimum GPA

2.5

Accepted academic background

Equivalent of a 4-year US bachelor degree from a regionally accredited institution (some departments consider WES-evaluated 3-year degrees); GRE/GMAT or supplemental documents where the department requires

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 80
Duolingo 105
PTE Academic 58
IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Typically
a passport
prior degree certificate
academic transcripts
English proficiency evidence if required
and a statement of purpose
a research proposal and references may be needed. Confirm specific requirements.

How to apply

Review postgraduate entry and intake requirements for Speech-Language Pathology. Prepare prior degree records
academic transcripts
identification and applicable English language evidence. Submit the postgraduate application through the official admissions route. Provide any program-specific portfolio
references or statement if requested. Confirm applicable fees and await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$18,793 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	$200 USD

Program details

Campus	Hayward campus
Faculty or school	College of Health
Department	Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	36
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Potential institutional funding may exist, but program eligibility, award amount and deadlines are not independently confirmed.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
31 May 2027
199 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.