Abilene Christian University

What you'll study

Coursework introduces foundational and applied topics in communication sciences and disorders. Example courses listed by the program include:

• Phonetics with Lab
• Speech Science
• Audiology
• Speech Sound Disorders
• Neurological Bases of Communication
• Pre-Clinical Experience
• Intercultural Communication
• Introduction to Speech-Language Pathology
• Language Development and Disorders
• Intervention for Speech and Language Disorders in Schools

Students gain practical experience through the ACU Center for Speech, Language and Learning, service-learning projects, and mentorship from faculty who view teaching as ministry.

Entry requirements

The program page provides degree-planning details such as total required credit hours and major hours but does not list specific admission criteria on the provided text. Prospective students are encouraged to contact the department or view the university catalog for application steps and admissions requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates use the B.S. as preparation for clinical graduate programs and related roles. Typical pathways described by ACU include:

• Applying to master’s programs in speech-language pathology (required for ASHA certification and state licensure to practice as an SLP); ACU reports that approximately 95% of its applicants to graduate programs are admitted to a program of their choice, including ACU’s M.S. in speech-language pathology.
• Pursuing the Doctor of Audiology (AuD) for clinical practice in audiology; the AuD path described consists of three years of academic and clinical instruction followed by a fourth-year externship.
• Working as a speech-language pathology assistant or entering allied health, educational, clinical, or research settings.
• Entering research and development roles as a speech, language and hearing scientist, which typically requires doctoral study (PhD).

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The program description does not specify scholarships. Prospective students should explore university financial aid, departmental awards, and external scholarships for allied health and communication sciences, and contact the department for guidance on funding and assistantship opportunities.