Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

Speech-language pathology is a diverse field serving clients across the lifespan. Speech-language Pathologists evaluate and treat people with speech, language, cognitive communication, social communication, and swallowing difficulties. Speech-language pathologist work in a variety of settings including schools, hospitals, rehabilitation, skilled nursing facilities, and private practice.
The program also is accredited by the Nebraska Department of Education. The University of Nebraska at Omaha is authorized and in good standing with Nebraska's Coordinating Commission for Postsecondary Education (CCPE) to provide the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program.The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its education programs or activities, including admissions and employment.

A bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology or communication disorders, or if bachelor's degree in another field, must have completed the following undergraduate courses in communication disorders: anthropology or public health) courses.
Paper-based TOEFL: 550, Internet-based TOEFL: 80, IELTS: 6.5, PTE: 53, Duolingo: 105
Statement of Purpose:
Writing Sample: evidence of graduate potential in the form of an academic paper.
Must be representative of individual work.
Must contain a bibliography/reference list.
Letters of Recommendation: Two letters from references who are familiar with your strengths and weaknesses in respect to academic work, and motivation to complete a graduate degree in speech-language pathology, and are competent to judge your probability of success in graduate school.
Resume
Personal Fitness Statement (form is available online with graduate application materials).
Your preparation for this field of study.
Your view point on the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the field of speech-language pathology.
Your academic plans or research interests.
Writing Sample: evidence of graduate potential in the form of an academic paper.
Must be representative of individual work.
Must contain a bibliography/reference list.
Letters of Recommendation: Two letters from references who are familiar with your strengths and weaknesses in respect to academic work, and motivation to complete a graduate degree in speech-language pathology, and are competent to judge your probability of success in graduate school.
Resume
Personal Fitness Statement (form is available online with graduate application materials).
3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.0 scale (applicants with a 2.7 GPA can be considered for provisional admission)