Master of Arts in Communication Disorders
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.
Why Truman?
- 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
Program Plans
Opportunities to Gain Extensive Experience
Clinical Facilities
Put theory into practice as a student clinician working with children and adults at the Speech and Hearing Clinic located on the Truman campus. This clinic provides speech, language, and hearing assessment and treatment services to clients from throughout northeast Missouri.
Accreditation
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.
For information on State Authorization and licensure requirements in a particular state or territory, see State Authorization.
Admission
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:
February 15:
Fall
September 15:
Spring
Admission Requirements
In addition to the external CSDCAS Application, you’ll need to submit the following:
Tuition
*Total estimated tuition based on 2024-25 academic year. Tuition subject to change.
Financial Aid
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.
Schedule a Visit
Virtual or In-Person
Get an inside look at program specifics, tour your learning environment, and meet your professors.
Open House Event
Participate in sessions with faculty and current students; learn about funding, internships and employment; tour the Speech and Hearing Clinic; and more.
For CMDS Alumni
Are you considering a doctoral degree in CMDS? If yes, click the link below for information on how the CMDS department may be able to help.