The University of Akron offers a collaborative online Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology in partnership with the University of Cincinnati known as the Akron-Cincinnati Collaborative Online program. This unified program accepts 22 students from across the country at each institution. Students begin in spring semester and complete the 64-credit program in 32 months. The program features advanced phonetics, neurology for communication issues, and dysphagia with flexible internship locations arranged in or near students’ hometowns. Ranked #5 for most affordable and #7 for best online speech-pathology master’s programs.
Advanced phonetics, Neurology for communication disorders, Dysphagia assessment and management, Speech sound disorders, Language disorders, Neurogenic communication disorders, Research principles and evidence-based practice, Ethical standards in speech-language pathology. Practical training in diverse settings with tailored internship placements.
• Degree Required: Bachelor’s degree
• GRE/GMAT: Optional (varies by institution)
• TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)
• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• Transcripts: Official transcripts required
Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.
Graduates achieve 100% pass rate on the Praxis national exam and 100% job placement rate when actively seeking employment, prepared for licensing in Ohio and other states with careers as certified speech-language pathologists.
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