Speech Language Pathology Program at DePaul University

Welcome to the DePaul Speech Language Pathology Program! The Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology is designed to provide our students with an in-depth academic and clinical course of study to prepare them for a career in the dynamic and growing field of speech language pathology.

Program Philosophy and Learning Goals

Our program embraces diversity, advocacy and global awareness. Students will participate in collaborative, experiential and integrative learning opportunities to develop skills for the highest standards of scope of practice in speech-language pathology.

Clinical Practice and Career Readiness

Our in-house clinic will also give students the opportunity to implement various service delivery models and innovative programs based on best practices. Our program is designed to deliver high quality clinical services to allow students to work in all primary employment settings, including schools, hospitals, clinics and private practices; and including all aspects of communication and swallowing: fluency, language, cognition, voice, speech sound production, augmentative/alternative communication and hearing.

Clinical Scope and Settings Overview:

Accreditation Status

The Master’s of Science (M.S.) in Speech-Language Pathology at DePaul University, College of Science and Health, is a Candidate for Accreditation by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, (800) 498-2071 or (301) 296-5700. Candidacy is a “preaccreditation” status with the CAA, awarded to developing or emerging programs for a maximum period of 5 years.

Information Sessions and Admissions

Learn more about our unique Master of Science degree for Speech Language Pathology at one of our upcoming information sessions this Autumn Quarter. We offer both virtual and in-person sessions. RSVP for your preferred format by emailing [email protected]. Can't make it? Visit the College of Science and Health Events page any time to view all of our information sessions scheduled throughout the year.

For more information, you may reach out to Kelly Gillespie, Interim Program Director, Speech Language Pathology Program.