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Why Studying at the MGH Institute Is Your Best Choice

The Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology at the MGH Institute prepares you to work in both school-based and health care settings. In our comprehensive program you will learn the breadth and depth of speech-language pathology, and have the opportunity to specialize in one of several areas of concentration.

James Borders, SLP Student

 

"I chose to study at the IHP because it fosters a cerebral environment that is focused on mentorship, learning, and the integration of research with the best clinical practice. The faculty are experts in their respective fields, with years of both clinical and research experience, and have been instrumental in my growth as a clinician."

James Borders, MGH Institute MS-SLP Student

Top 3%
Rated 7th by U.S. News & World Report among all graduate SLP programs, and #1 in New England
 
100%
Of graduates passed the PRAXIS national examination on their first try in each of the last six years
 
200+
Schools, hospitals, rehabilitation and other clinical sites available as clinical practicum sites

The IHP Advantage

A Commitment to Literacy

One of the first programs to incorporate literacy education into the speech-language pathology curriculum. During clinical practica in your first two semesters, you will focus on understanding how written and spoken language are related, and you’ll develop key portable skills useful for all disorder types. Learn more.

Rich Research Opportunities 
Work with faculty on projects in autism, voice, reading/literacy, dysphagia, cognitive impairment, motor speech disorders, aphasia, feeding disorders, and phonology. Options include working in clinical research labs, as graduate research assistants, and completing a master’s thesis. Learn more.
A Team-Based IMPACT

You will learn and collaborate with students and practitioners from across the health professions. Interprofessional team-based experiences will strengthen your ability to provide patient-centered care in an increasingly complex health care environment. Learn more.

 

Learn from Speech-Language Pathology Experts

Professor, Communication Sciences and Disorders
Director, Speech and Feeding Disorders Lab
 

 

What is the most exciting part of being a Speech-Language Pathologist?     

“You get to help someone relearn to communicate and access their world. I can't think of a more important and meaningful job.”  

Meet more of our faculty

 

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World-Class faculty in health professions education

Costs & Funding: MS-SLP

 

Tuition and Fees

Financial Aid

 
We offer scholarships to approximately one-third of each entering class, based on the strength of your application. The scholarships cover varying amounts of the total cost of tuition and fees for the two-year program, ranging from 25% to 100%. Most students receive financial aid of some kind, including loans. The program has several Graduate Assistantship (GA) positions available. These are part-time jobs on campus (about 6-10 hours/week) where students generally have the flexibility to schedule their own work hours in between classes. Information about how to apply for these opportunities is given to students the summer before matriculation.
Visit the financial aid section of our website for more information.
 
 

Outstanding Clinical Experiences

As a first-year student, you will begin your education with clinical rotations in our state-of-the-art, on-campus Speech, Language and Literacy Center. With our unique “clinical excellence curriculum” you will develop critical thinking, clinical problem solving, and professional skills. Our approach provides a seamless bridge between the classroom and the clinic.

During your second year, you also will receive opportunities for clinical placements over three to four semesters at more than 200 public and private schools, hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and other clinical sites. As the only degree-granting affiliate of Partners HealthCare, the Institute gives you access to Partners’ top hospitals and clinical sites.

See Clinical Affiliations for a partial listing of these practicum locations.

 

Additional on-site learning opportunities include: working with adults in our on-campus Aphasia Center and participating in simulations using high-tech manikins in our Simulation Lab.

MS-SLP students in a clinical setting in a school

Extensive Core Curriculum and Specialty Electives

The program’s extensive core curriculum and specialty electives span both the educational and medical courses of study. Our rigorous six-semester program helps you develop deep knowledge and skills through our balanced curriculum requiring 69 credits. 

You may enroll in an area of interest that includes specialized electives, a dedicated practicum, and participation in a mentored learning project. The concentrations we offer are:

Adult Neurogenic Communication Disorders * Autism Spectrum Disorders * Early Intervention * Literacy *
Literacy with Preparation for Reading Specialist Licensure * Medical Speech-Language Pathology * Voice Disorders

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Our program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
 
We are 1 of only 25 U.S. programs accredited by the International Dyslexia Association for meeting its Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading.
 

More Information: MS-SLP

FAQs

What is the application deadline? 

The deadline is January 1, 2017.

What is the typical undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of successful applicants?

Most of our accepted students have an undergraduate GPA  of at least  3.5.

What is your acceptance rate?

We typically receive between 400 and 500 applications each year. We accept about one third of applicants to achieve a class size of about 60 students.

Does your program cover both Educational and Medical Speech-Language Pathology?

YES. Our program is very comprehensive and includes a wide range of courses and clinical experiences in medical as well as developmental/educational speech pathology topics and disorders. Optional specialty concentrations allow our students to more deeply focus on medical or educational topics beyond our balanced curriculum. 

How important is it to have a background in speech-language pathology?

Each year about half of the entering class does not have an undergraduate degree in speech-language pathology. We have found that whether or not our students have a background in speech-language pathology is not necessarily an important factor.

Does the CSD program offer scholarships?

YES. We offer scholarships to approximately one-third of each entering class based on the strength of your  application. Amount range between 25% to 100%. 

What prerequisite courses are required?

Courses we require are: (1) Introduction to Communication Disorders, (2) Speech and Language Acquisition, (3) Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanism, (4) Phonetics and Phonetic Transcription and (5) Audiology (covering hearing disorders and audiometry, not just hearing science).

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) also requires that students have taken: (1) a biological science course, (2) a statistics course, (3) a social science course, and (4) a physical science course (chemistry or physics). 

Can I take the CSD prerequisites courses online via distance learning?

Yes. You may take them through our online prereqs program or at other institutions that offer them online.

Is it possible for me to visit the Institute and/or sit in on a class?

YES! We welcome visitors at any time. To arrange a visit, contact csd@mghihp.edu. So please get in touch!

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Student Outcomes Data

Student employment, Praxis pass, and Program Completion rates outcome data: 2012–2015

​National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) Chapter

For graduate and undergraduate students interested in the study of human communication and related disabilities. Graduate students in the IHP Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) program have an active NSSLHA chapter. ​

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Campus Tour and Life

Watch our virtual campus tour and learn more about the IHP's campus and facilities

Learn more about campus life, housing, and transportation around Boston

MS-SLP Policies & Procedures Manuals

2016-18 MS-SLP Policies and Procedures Manual

You will need an Adobe Reader to open these PDF files. You may download the software for free from the Adobe website. 

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Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders

The Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology is part of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. Our programs focus on literacy, communication disorders, and interprofessional education, providing students with the knowledge and skills to make a difference in the lives of children and adults.

Learn more about the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders.

Additional programs within the Communication Sciences & Disorders Department

Certificate of Advanced Study in Literacy and Language 

Designed for educators with a bachelor's degree or higher and initial license in another subject matter, this certificate program provides an accelerated route to reading specialist licensure in MA and NH and is designed for general and special education teachers, ELL/ESL specialists, tutors, and SLPs who want to improve reading and writing practices in their school.