Speech - Language Pathology MS

Overview

The Master of Science (M.S.) program in speech-language pathology is a five-semester program that includes both academic and clinical courses totaling 60 hours. Each student can pursue a wide range of clinical assignments with three on-campus experiences and two off-campus experiences focusing on schools and medical settings. Students work with clients from diverse backgrounds, across the lifespan and multiple disorder areas. The program provides unique academic and clinical training for graduate students preparing to enter professional practice.

Campus: Hattiesburg

Admission Requirements

Applicants must have completed a bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders/Speech and Hearing Science, which includes coursework in biology with lab, statistics, and chemistry.

Individuals with degrees in other disciplines should contact the School of Speech and Hearing Sciences for information about leveling-in courses that must be completed prior to applying for graduate studies.

• Official GRE test scores
• Official Transcripts
• Resume
• Statement of Purpose (limited to 2 pages)
• 3 References (a rating/recommendation scale will be emailed to them)

See Academic Requirements and Procedures  for other requirements.

Program Requirements and Academic Policies

A mandatory two-day orientation is held by the School of Speech and Hearing Sciences for new graduate students prior to the beginning of classes in the fall. Students are required to pass a comprehensive examination during their fourth semester of academic course work.

Students may substitute six hours of thesis in lieu of taking six hours of academic course work. Most students who select the thesis option can anticipate attending the program for an additional semester to complete their thesis requirement.

Students in speech-language pathology must complete practicum in three different settings, including the following: on-campus clinical practicum, hospitals, and schools. Locations must be approved by the off-campus placement coordinator. Students must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0 and approval of the faculty before beginning an off-campus practicum. Students must complete all of the required practicum clock hours before they can graduate.

See General Degree Requirements  and General Academic Information  for other requirements and information.

Course Requirements (60-66 hours)

• SHS 516 - Adult Neurogenics 3 hrs.
• SHS 518 - Advanced Clinical Methods 3 hrs.
• SHS 519 - Organics and Voice and Resonance Disorders 3 hrs.
• SHS 601 - Foundations of Research Design 3 hrs.
• SHS 642 - Communication Problems of the Aged 3 hrs.
• SHS 643 - Evaluation and Treatment of Dysphagia in Adults 3 hrs.
• SHS 644 - Augmentative Communication 3 hrs.
• SHS 646 - Multicultural Language Issues 3 hrs.
• SHS 648 - Motor Speech Disorders 3 hrs.
• SHS 702 - Seminar in Language Problems 3 hrs.
• SHS 712 - Advanced Speech Sound Disorders 3 hrs.
• SHS 716 - Seminar in Stuttering and Related Disorders 3 hrs.
• SHS 719 - Seminar in Problems and Procedures in Evaluating Children 3 hrs.
• Practicums
• SHS 687 - Practicum in Speech-Language Pathology 1-9 hrs.
• SHS 694 - Off-Campus Practicum in Speech and Hearing Sciences 1-9 hrs.
• SHS 695 - Student Teaching Off-Campus Practicum 1-9 hrs.
• Optional Thesis
• SHS 698 - Thesis 3-6 hrs. for a total of 6 hrs.