When you pursue a Master of Arts in communication disorders at Truman, you form mentor relationships with professors and explore topics of individual interest through advanced clinical opportunities, research, internships, study abroad, and independent study. Here, you can create a personalized plan of study to meet ASHA certification requirements and choose your location for medical and school internships.

• Emphasis on close collaboration between students and faculty
• Clinical experiences with children and adults in the Speech and Hearing Clinic on campus
• Rated #1 in Missouri and #7 nationally for job placement
• Research opportunities

The Master of Arts (M.A.) education program in speech-language pathology {residential} at Truman State University is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.

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Rolling Admission

Admission is made on a rolling basis and treated on a first-come, first-served basis. Apply early for priority consideration.

For priority consideration, apply by:

Admission Requirements

In addition to the external CSDCAS Application, you’ll need to submit the following:

*Total estimated tuition based on 2025-26 academic year. Tuition subject to change.

Degree-seeking students enrolled in at least six credit hours per semester are eligible for federal financial aid programs. For more information, see Financial Aid Resources for Graduate Studies or contact the Financial Aid Office at (660) 785-4130 or finaid@truman.edu.