Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027
- Apply before Jan 2027
Language
English
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL® iBT: 79
- PTE Academic: 55
Credits
75 SCH
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Buffalo, United States
Disciplines
Speech Pathology
Overview
Included are courses on normal processing and research methods, as well as on the etiology, symptomatology, prevention and remediation of disorders of speech, language, and hearing.
Features
- The Communicative Disorders and Sciences programs at University at Buffalo also allow students to qualify for New York State licensure needed for practice in outside educational settings.
- Students in the MA program in speech-language pathology also can qualify for New York State certification for teachers of students with speech-language disabilities.
Programme Structure
To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL® iBT: 79
- PTE Academic: 55
Other requirements
General requirements
- Complete the application. You will choose the appropriate fall term to apply, and choose "Communicative Disorders and Sciences - PhD" from the programs drop down list.
- Unofficial transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work.
- A minimum of three letters of recommendation by persons familiar with the student's past academic, clinical, and/or research work, and who can attest to the student's personal qualifications and potential for satisfactory completion of Ph.D.-level work in the field.
- A statement of the student's academic and professional goals.
- Current Resume or CV.
- A US $75 non-refundable application processing fee (U.S. currency only) to be paid through UB's Slate application.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Non-residents): 36,312 AUD / year (≈ 25,740 USD / year)
- Out-of-State: 36,312 AUD / year (≈ 25,740 USD / year)
- Domestic (In-State): 15,955 AUD / year (≈ 11,310 USD / year)
Living costs
Buffalo, United States
1,298-2,201 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
PhD's scholarship opportunities are available for Communicative Disorders and Sciences.
