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Program checklist · Expedited Admission to M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology

Expedited Admission to M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology

Nazareth University · Rochester, NY

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Program
Award
Expedited Admission to M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology
Credential class
ceterms:MasterDegree
Catalog edition
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Checklist type
degree-program
Description
Return to: ACADEMIC PROGRAMS A-Z Expedited Pathways to Admission to Nazareth’s Masters in Speech-Language Pathology Direct Admit B.S./M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology Nazareth University offers two expedited options that allow qualified Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences majors to move directly into the graduate program in speech-language pathology without completing the full graduate admission application. FastApp (B.S. → M.S.) Undergraduates who meet a 3.25 GPA in major coursework may work with their advisor in the semester they graduate to complete the FastApp process. This option enables students to transition directly from the bachelor’s degree into the M.S. program while avoiding the cost and commitment of the traditional graduate application. Students continue to pursue undergraduate interests through completion of the B.S. before beginning graduate study in speech-language pathology. Direct Admit (Combined B.S./M.S.) A combined Direct Admit BS/MS in speech-language pathology is available to highly qualified undergraduate students who are also seeking the graduate degree. Interest in the direct admit program is declared in the sophomore year. Subsequently, intent to enroll in the Application to this direct admit accelerated program takes place in the junior year. A minimum major GPA of 3.5, successful completion of six credits of clinical coursework, and good academic and professional standing with the Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences Department and University are required for admission. Graduate coursework begins in the last semester of the senior year, allowing students to complete the B.S. and M.S. degrees in 13 semesters, rather than the 14 semesters required by the traditional undergraduate and graduate programs combined. Student Accounts and Financial Aid Note: During the first four years of this program, full-time enrolled students will be charged full-time undergraduate tuition and fees and they will continue to receive all eligible Nazareth University undergraduate scholarships. All federal financial aid (Direct Loans, Parent PLUS loans, PELL grant, SEOG, Perkins, etc.) and NYS financial aid (NYS TAP, NYS Merit, etc.) eligibility will be based solely upon undergraduate coursework required for undergraduate degree completion, particularly during the spring semester of the senior year. After the completion of the senior year, and after a BS.SLH degree has been conferred, the student will be charged graduate tuition and fees and they will be eligible for graduate federal student aid only; Nazareth University undergraduate scholarships will no longer be awarded. Program Information The major in Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences (SLH) major provides a strong foundation in communication and basic speech and hearing sciences. It is an ideal choice for students preparing for graduate programs in speech-language pathology and audiology, as well as related human service fields. Coursework introduces students to assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of speech, hearing, and language disorders while building the academic prerequisites for advanced study. Students may pursue an optional clinical track , which includes closely supervised clinical experiences in our on-campus Speech-Language Clinic and in community-based settings. These hands-on opportunities allow students to develop early clinical skills and gain exposure to professional practice. Certification as a Teacher of Students with Speech & Language Disabilities (TSSLD) is the credential needed to work as a speech-language pathologist in schools in New York State. Undergraduate SLH students who fulfill prerequisites and meet GPA requirements may complete some of the preparatory coursework and clinical experiences required for this credential. Student teaching and other related coursework for initial TSSLD certification is completed in the Nazareth University graduate program in speech-language pathology. Undergraduate Student Learning Outcomes SLH undergraduates demonstrate knowledge of basic human communication and swallowing processes, including the appropriate biological, neurological, acoustic, psychological, developmental, linguistic, and cultural bases. SLH undergraduates demonstrate knowledge of communication and swallowing disorders and differences, including the appropriate etiologies, characteristics, and anatomical/physiological, acoustic, psychological, developmental, and linguistic and cultural correlates. SLH undergraduates who participate in clinical experiences demonstrate knowledge and skills related to prevention, assessment, and intervention for individuals with communication disorders. *See Speech-Language Pathology program for graduate student learning outcomes.
Identifiers
IPEDS UNITID
193584
CourseShelf checklist
CK_193584_08af994e
CollegeTransfer.Net
Institution Transfer Profile
Source
CourseShelf publish 61

Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Core Curriculum Requirements

0 items

    Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences Core

    14 items
    1. SLH 101
      Introduction to the Professions of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
      Not resolved to a course
      1
    2. SLH 103
      Public Speaking
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    3. SLH 132
      Speech and Language Acquisition
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    4. SLH 201
      Phonetics
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    5. SLH 231
      Anatomy of the Speech Mechanism
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    6. SLH 232
      Speech Science
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    7. SLH 333
      Speech Pathology I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    8. SLH 333L
      Introduction to Research in Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences
      Not resolved to a course
      1
    9. SLH 334
      Speech Pathology II
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    10. SLH 335
      Methods of Speech-Language Evaluation
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    11. SLH 335L
      Language Analysis Lab
      Not resolved to a course
      1
    12. SLH 352
      Psycholinguistics
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    13. SLH 437
      Hearing Problems and Testing
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    14. Two semesters of the same Language Other than English
      Not resolved to a course
      6

    Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences Senior Experience

    3 items
    1. SLH 438
      Aural Rehabilitation
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    2. SLH 454
      Seminar: Language Disorders in Children
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    3. SLH 457
      Senior Seminar: Becoming an Engaged Professional
      Not resolved to a course
      3

    ASHA Requirements

    23 items
    1. Statistics Course Take one course from:
      Not resolved to a course
    2. MTH 207
      Elementary Statistics
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    3. MTH 208
      Statistics for Scientists
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    4. PSY 200
      Statistics and Research Methods for Clinical Practice
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    5. Biological Sciences Course (with lab if required) Note - some courses require prerequisites Take one course from:
      Not resolved to a course
    6. BIO.Q 103 - Biological Systems I
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    7. BIO.Q 106 - Introduction to Horticultural Science
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    8. BIO.Q 109 - Human Biology
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    9. BIO.Q 111 - Biology in the News
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    10. BIO.Q 114 - Plants and People
      Not resolved to a course
      4
    11. BIO.Q 116 - How to Make a Baby
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    12. BIO.Q 117 - Microbes & Society
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    13. BIO.Q 118 - Biology and Evolution of Sex
      Not resolved to a course
      4
    14. BIO 251
      Introduction to Animal Behavior
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    15. BIO 253
      Human Genetics
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    16. BIO 230
      Ecology
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    17. SCI.Q 111 - Understanding the Environment
      Not resolved to a course
      4
    18. Physical Sciences Course (with lab if required) Note - some courses require prerequisites Take one course from:
      Not resolved to a course
    19. CHM 120
      Preparation for General Chemistry
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    20. CHM.Q 140 - General Chemistry: Molecules, Matter And Mayhem
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    21. PHY.Q 101 - Conceptual Physics
      Not resolved to a course
      4
    22. PHY.Q 207 - Introductory Physics I with Integrated Laboratory
      Not resolved to a course
      4
    23. SCI.Q 167 - Integrated Science of Sound
      Not resolved to a course
      4

    Clinical Track

    11 items
    1. SLH 359
      Fundamentals of Therapeutic Methods
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    2. *Students accepted into the direct admit program must complete SLH*359 with a minimum grade of B
      Not resolved to a course
    3. SLH 360
      Application of Therapeutic Methods
      Not resolved to a course
      2
    4. *Students accepted into the direct admit program must complete SLH*360 with a minimum grade of B
      Not resolved to a course
    5. SLH 362L
      Methods Sp-Lang Tx Lab
      Not resolved to a course
      1
    6. *Students accepted into the direct admit program must complete SLH*362L with a minimum grade of B
      Not resolved to a course
    7. PSY.Q 110 - Introduction to Psychological Science
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    8. PSY 221
      Development I: Infancy and Childhood
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    9. SPF 204
      History and Philosophy of Education
      Not resolved to a course
      3
    10. EDU 475
      Health Education, Child Abuse, and Violence Prevention Workshop
      Not resolved to a course
      0
    11. EDU 485
      Harassment, Bullying, Cyberbullying, and Discrimination in Schools: Prevention and Intervention (DASA Training)
      Not resolved to a course
      0

    Sample Programs Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences/Speech-Language Pathology

    5 items
    1. B.S. Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences
      Not resolved to a course
    2. All students seeking to enroll in the B.S./M.S. Direct Admit program should refer to the sample program posted in the B.S. Speech-Language-Hearing Sciences four-year program (scroll to end) as they begin their undergraduate coursework
      Not resolved to a course
    3. Direct Admit, B.S./M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology
      Not resolved to a course
    4. Upon acceptance into the B.S./M.S. Direct Admit program (junior year), students will receive individualized advisement, ensuring they are on track to begin graduate-level coursework
      Not resolved to a course
    5. The following provides a sample program as students begin graduate-level coursework in their final undergraduate semester (spring semester, senior year)
      Not resolved to a course
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