Overview

The Online Speech-Language Pathology programme at The University of Montana provides students with the clinical and academic training required to support individuals with communication and swallowing disorders. This accredited course prepares graduates to work with diverse populations, including infants, children, and adults, in various professional healthcare and educational settings.

Students engage in synchronous academic sessions via web-broadcasting, ensuring they receive the same high-quality instruction as those studying on campus. The curriculum is designed to meet the standards for the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology, facilitating professional licensure in Montana and across many other states.

Why Online Speech-Language Pathology at The University of Montana?

The University of Montana offers a distinctive teaching model that integrates inter-professional education and research-led practice. The School of Speech, Language, Hearing and Occupational Sciences is fully accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology.

Facilities include the renowned RiteCare Clinic, where distance students gather in person during their first summer to build foundational clinical skills. The programme’s focus on diverse populations ensures that graduates are equipped with the versatile skills necessary to provide effective services in any professional environment.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 8412 per semester
National fee: USD 8412 per semester
Local fee: USD 4152 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured to cover advanced clinical processes and specific communication disorders. Modules may include:

Year 1

Language Assessment and Intervention for School Age Language
Voice & Resonance Disorders
Aphasia
Research Methods
Clinical Processes in Professional Practice
Social Communication Skills, Behavior, and Neurodiversity
Swallowing Disorders
Speech Sound Disorders
Cognition
Applied Clinic

Year 2

Motor Speech Disorders
Fluency Disorders
Augmentative and Alternative Communication
Advanced Applied Clinic
Advanced Clinical Processes in Professional Practice
Language Assessment and Intervention for Children Infants - Preschool
MS Capstone/Portfolio
Thesis
Clinical Externship/Advanced Practicum

Careers with Online Speech-Language Pathology

Graduates are prepared for roles as certified speech-language pathologists, capable of assessing and treating acquired or developmental speech and language issues. The qualification supports careers in hospitals, schools, private practices, and rehabilitation centres, focusing on speech, language, and swallowing disorders.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Lang Assess & Inter School-age/Adolescent
Articulation & Phonological Disorders
Diagnostics
Swallowing Disorders
Aphasia & Acquired Apraxia of Speech
Fluency Disorders

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

65 SCH

Non-thesis Option: 65-68
Thesis Option: 71

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Missoula, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete an alternate application through CSDCAS (Communication Science and Disorders Centralized Application Service).
Official Transcripts (sent directly to CSDCAS)
Official GRE scores (sent directly to CSDCAS- Code: 0037 U Montana CSDCAS)
CSDCAS electronic application with all questions answered, including both required and supplemental sections
2-page Persuasive Essay (uploaded in CSDCAS)
3 Letters of Recommendation (uploaded in CSDCAS)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

16824 USD / year

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Out-of-State

16824 USD / year

≈ 16824 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

8304 USD / year

≈ 8304 USD / year

Funding

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