Speech Language Pathology (M.S.)
Application Deadlines: TRACK 1: January 15 (fall start) TRACK 2: June 15th (fall start)
Speech-language pathologists assess, diagnose, treat and help to prevent speech, language, cognitive, communication, voice, swallowing, fluency and other related disorders; this profession is closely allied with - but separate from - audiology.
Speech-language pathologists work with people who:
- Cannot make speech sounds or cannot make them clearly
- Have speech rhythm and fluency problems, such as stuttering
- Experience voice quality problems, such as inappropriate pitch or harsh voice
- Have problems understanding and producing language
- Wish to improve their communication skills by modifying an accent
- Have cognitive communication impairments, such as attention, memory, and problem solving disorders
They also work with people who have oral motor problems causing eating and swallowing difficulties.
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The GVSU Speech Language Pathology program does not require a specific undergraduate major. Applicants are encouraged to choose a major that is best suited for their particular interest and goals.
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