Doctor of Audiology Program

The Au.D. degree program, which allows the student to meet the academic and clinical requirements for the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology, is a four-year, full-time program. The first three years are in residence on campus, with students completing coursework, on- and off-campus clinical rotations, and a capstone research project. During the fourth year, students are placed in an intensive off-campus externship.

The Au.D. program is fully accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

All students must complete 17 required core courses (51 credits), 1 departmental elective course (3 credits), 3 credits of non-departmental statistics coursework, and 6 credits of non-departmental electives. Students must also complete a 6 credit capstone research experience.  During this heavily mentored experience students engage in the types of research activities they are most interested in and that best match their future career goals.

 A dual Au.D./Ph.D. option is available for individuals who are interested in both clinical and research aspects of the field.  Please contact the Graduate Program Director for information about this program.