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About the program
The professional doctorate prepares students for clinical audiology practice and is dually accredited.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Design and conduct concepts and methods in Audiology to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in 119 post-baccalaureate credits (81 didactic
- 38 clinical practicum) over eight semesters: neuroscience. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Clinical audiologist
- Private practice
- VA medical centers
- Children's hospitals
- ENT practices
Curriculum
- 119 post-baccalaureate credits (81 didactic
- 38 clinical practicum) over eight semesters: neuroscience
- Diagnostics
- Hearing aid fitting
- Vestibular testing
- Auditory processing
- Tinnitus
- Pediatric and geriatric audiology
- Pharmacology
- Ethics and practice management.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Previous degree from an accredited institution as set by the programme (see programme page); Minimum undergraduate GPA 2.75 on a 4.0 scale unless the programme sets more; Transcripts and department documents vary by programme; English proficiency proof required.
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree (programme-specific)
Language tests
- IELTS 7.0
- TOEFL iBT 94
- PTE Academic 65
- Duolingo 120
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Undergraduate transcripts
- Degree certificate
- English proficiency evidence
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of purpose
How to apply
- Review the postgraduate admission requirements for Doctor of Audiology. Prepare degree certificates
- Academic transcripts
- Language evidence
- required supporting documents. Complete the application to Kent State University. Submit the required documents and pay the application fee. Monitor the applicant portal for the admission decision. If admitted
- Accept the offer and pay any required deposit. Complete study permit or visa requirements where applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $21,169 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $70 USD |
| Deposit | $1,000 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Kent Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Public Health and Health Sciences |
| Department | General Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Kent State offers merit-based scholarships and other awards for eligible international students. Award criteria, Amounts, And deadlines vary by scholarship. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jun 2027
199 days leftProgram starts
January 2028
Apply by
1 Oct 2027
321 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 1 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $21,169 USD per year. The application fee is $70 USD. The deposit is $1,000 USD. The estimated living cost is $16,328 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 94, PTE Academic 65, Duolingo 120. An interview is required.

