Abilene Christian University-Undergraduate Online

Programme overview

This online B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders teaches the science of human communication and clinical approaches to treating developmental and acquired disorders from infancy through older adulthood. The curriculum is designed to satisfy prerequisite knowledge for graduate programs in speech‑language pathology or audiology while also supporting graduates who pursue employment in medical, educational or rehabilitation settings. The degree requires a total of 120 credit hours, with 64 hours in the major and 56 university requirement hours (including 9–15 hours in Bible).

What you'll study

The major (64 credit hours) covers foundational and applied topics in speech, language and hearing. Examples of coursework and subject areas include:

• Introduction to Speech‑Language Pathology; Intervention for Speech and Language Disorders in Schools
• Language Development and Disorders; language acquisition and the effects of language development disorders
• Articulatory and acoustic phonetics; assessing and diagnosing articulation and phonological disorders
• Anatomy, physiology and neuroanatomy related to speech, language, cognition and swallowing
• Audiology fundamentals: physics of sound, measuring auditory functioning, hearing sensitivity and rehabilitation
• Disorders across the lifespan including autism spectrum disorders, cleft palate, cerebral palsy, laryngeal problems, Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases
• Principles, tools and theories for assessment, intervention and treatment of speech, language and swallowing disorders
• Intercultural communication methods, statistics and data analysis, and supporting sciences such as biology and chemistry related to communication disorders

Entry requirements

The source page does not list specific admissions prerequisites. The program is presented as an online undergraduate degree intended to prepare students for graduate study; prospective applicants should consult the university for exact admissions criteria and transfer or prerequisite policies.

Career prospects

Graduates typically use this degree to pursue a master’s in speech‑language pathology or a graduate degree in audiology. Listed job titles associated with the program include Speech‑Language Pathologist and Audiologist (both require graduate study), as well as roles such as Speech‑Language Pathology Assistant, Child Care Center Manager and Respiratory Therapist (additional training may be required for some positions).

Scholarships & funding angle

The program page highlights a Locked‑In Tuition option that guarantees the same undergraduate tuition rate for the duration of the degree. Prospective students should contact the university for details on scholarships, financial aid, and additional fees (the listed cost basis includes a per‑credit charge and a resource fee per term).