Speech-Language Pathology at SEU
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Now accepting applications for Fall 2027!
To apply to the MS-SLP program, use the communication sciences and disorders centralized application service at https://www.csdcas.org/
M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology: Three-Year Track for Non-CSD Backgrounds (79 Credits)
This track is designed for students who do not hold a bachelor's degree in communication sciences and disorders. It allows students to apply directly to the graduate program and complete 19 credits of prerequisite coursework fully online during their first year, then follow the Traditional Track curriculum for the remaining two years.
Students engage in clinical practice every semester throughout the program and graduate with 25 hours of clinical observation and at least 375 hours of direct supervised clinical practice across a variety of settings, including schools, early intervention programs, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, and private practices.
M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology: Three-Year Extended Track for Non-CSD Backgrounds
(79 Credits)
This track is designed for students who do not hold a bachelor's degree in communication sciences and disorders. It allows students to apply directly to the graduate program and complete 19 credits of prerequisite coursework fully online during their first year, then follow the Traditional Track curriculum for the remaining two years.
Why choose SEU’s Speech-Language Pathology program?
- Located one hour from New York City and 90 minutes from Philadelphia, our speech-language pathology graduate students work with some of the most reputable educational programs and health care facilities in the region.
- SLP graduate students have access to experienced faculty and clinical instructors, many of whom are bilingual service providers.
- First year clinical rotations provide solid foundational knowledge and clinical skills as students rotate through treatment, diagnostic, and hearing screenings clinics prior to entering fieldwork.
- Our hybrid format allows students flexibility in completing academic courses online, convenient 1-day clinical rotations during their first year, immersive summer clinicals on campus and abroad, and fieldwork in locations throughout New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
Matriculation Requirements
Admission to the M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology program does not guarantee eligibility
to begin clinical coursework or fieldwork placements. Prior to matriculation, all
incoming students must satisfy the health, background check, immunization, CPR certification,
and compliance requirements outlined in the SLP Clinic Handbook.
All required documentation must be submitted and verified through the program's designated
compliance tracking system no later than August 15. Students who do not achieve full
compliance by this deadline may have their enrollment deferred at the discretion of
the Director of Clinical Education.
Mission Statement
The Speech-Language Pathology Program at Saint Elizabeth University is committed to providing students from diverse background with an educational experience that produces competent speech-language pathologists who are critical thinkers and educated consumers of research. The program prepares its graduate students for productive careers in speech-language pathology and as advocates for, and participants in, service to their communities and life-long learning. As an entry-level professional program, the speech-language pathology curriculum reflects a commitment to the complementary relationship between liberal arts and professional studies that enables graduates to adapt to constantly evolving societal and professional needs that includes distance/digital education. The Speech and Language Pathology Program is committed to the provision of affordable, quality professional education that expresses the values of leadership, social responsibility, integrity, and excellence in teaching and learning.
Accreditation Information
The Master of Science (M.S.) in Speech-Language Pathology {residential, distance education} at St. Elizabeth University is a Candidate for Accreditation by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700. Candidacy is a “preaccreditation” status with the CAA, awarded to developing or emerging programs for a maximum period of 5 years.
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Contact Information
Speech-Language Pathology Program
Kim Sabourin, SLPD, CCC-SLP, BCS-SCF
Phone: (973) 290-4458
ksabourin@steu.edu
The Saint Elizabeth University Masters in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) Program
an extension of Saint Elizabeth University's mission, which is rooted in Catholic
Social Teaching and its commitment in service to the community.
Our graduates will promote the tenets of person and family centered care including:
(1) respect for individual values and preferences, (2) informed decision making, (3)
integrated services, (4) communication and education, (5) access to care, (6) involvement
of family and support networks, (7) emotional support, empathy, and respect, (8) physical
comfort, (9) continuity of care, and, (10) accountability.