Speech Language Pathology

The Ph.D. degree in Speech Language Pathology from Kent State University aims to prepare individuals to implement evidence based practices and provide information regarding communication, swallowing, hearing and balance disorders.

The Ph.D. degree in Speech Language Pathology Speech Language Pathology from Kent State University Kent State University provides community service to help those individuals with or likely to develop communication, swallowing, hearing and balance disorders.

All students receiving a graduate degree from our programs and who complete the necessary practicum are eligible for the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology from ASHA and qualify for Ohio licensure. Our faculty is distinguished by its numerous clinical and scientific publications, as well as by its current clinical and research involvement.

Equitable Treatment

Students, faculty, staff, and persons served in the program’s clinic are treated in a nondiscriminatory manner; that is, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, participation restriction, age, sexual orientation, or status as a parent. The institution and program comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and executive orders pertaining thereto.

We offer a highly flexible program of study leading to the Ph.D. degree in communication sciences and disorders. The Ph.D. degree is a research-intensive degree that requires a strong desire to develop a research career. Our program allows students to flexibly create a program of study that meets their needs with emphases ranging from primarily clinical and applied to basic research. If you are interested in applying to our program, please read the following information first. 

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