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#1

#1 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Adelphi University
Garden City, NY

At Adelphi University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

1,150–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$28,671

Median Starting Salary

$59,085

#2

#2 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Nazareth University
Rochester, NY

Every year, Nazareth University awards about 60 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other, and Audiology/Audiologist and......view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

1,180–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$31,321

Median Starting Salary

$65,015

#3

#3 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

New York University
New York, NY

Each year, New York University awards around 533 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

9%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

1,480–1,570

Est. Net Price *

$30,730

Median Starting Salary

$55,605

#4

#4 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus
Portales, NM

At Eastern New Mexico University-Main Campus, the most popular majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist, and General Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

71

SAT Score

850–1,080

Est. Net Price *

$6,683

Median Starting Salary

$57,887

#5

#5 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

St. John's University-New York
Queens, NY

Each year, St- John's University-New York grants around 270 degrees to those majoring in Biology/Biological Sciences, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

79

SAT Score

1,120–1,330

Est. Net Price *

$28,206

Median Starting Salary

$58,816

#6

#6 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

George Washington University
Washington, DC

At George Washington University, the most popular majors students pursue are International Relations and Affairs, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Political Science and Government, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

44%

Annual Degrees Awarded

15

SAT Score

1,370–1,500

Est. Net Price *

$45,466

Median Starting Salary

$58,090

#7

#7 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Boston University
Boston, MA

At Boston University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Computer Science, Economics, and General. In fact, Boston University grants 678 degrees per year to graduating Business Administration and Management, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

11%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

1,410–1,520

Est. Net Price *

$27,551

Median Starting Salary

$59,673

#8

#8 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL

At Florida State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Finance, General, and Criminal Justice/Safety Studies. In fact, Florida State University grants 716 degrees annually to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

25%

Annual Degrees Awarded

83

SAT Score

1,260–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$14,903

Median Starting Salary

$55,540

#9

#9 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL

At the University of Central Florida, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

40%

Annual Degrees Awarded

260

SAT Score

1,200–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$13,110

Median Starting Salary

$54,467

#10

#10 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR

Every year, the University of Central Arkansas grants around 129 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

54

SAT Score

1,010–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$16,362

Median Starting Salary

$56,656

#11

#11 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL

At the University of South Florida, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

41%

Annual Degrees Awarded

127

SAT Score

1,150–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$11,578

Median Starting Salary

$54,060

#12

#12 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Long Island University
Brookville, NY

Annually, Long Island University awards about 466 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

1,150–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$22,620

Median Starting Salary

$55,500

#13

#13 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT

Annually, Southern Connecticut State University awards around 228 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

53

SAT Score

910–1,100

Est. Net Price *

$19,870

Median Starting Salary

$60,517

#14

#14 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Pittsburgh, PA

Annually, the University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus grants around 407 degrees to those studying Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

69

SAT Score

1,290–1,460

Est. Net Price *

$24,338

Median Starting Salary

$60,236

#15

#15 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Iona University
New Rochelle, NY

Each year, Iona University grants about 73 degrees to students studying Psychology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Registered......view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

1,060–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$28,557

Median Starting Salary

$61,369

#16

#16 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Indiana University-Bloomington
Bloomington, IN

At Indiana University-Bloomington, the three most popular college majors students study are Business/Commerce, General, Public Administration, and Mass Communication/Media Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

80%

Annual Degrees Awarded

51

SAT Score

1,210–1,410

Est. Net Price *

$16,282

Median Starting Salary

$61,530

#17

#17 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA

At West Chester University of Pennsylvania, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Early Childhood Education and Teaching, Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

69

SAT Score

1,110–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$21,684

Median Starting Salary

$63,795

#18

#18 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Marywood University
Scranton, PA

At Marywood University, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Architecture, Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, and Other. In fact, Marywood University awards 39 degrees per year to graduating Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse students....view more

Acceptance Rate

84%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,060–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$24,712

Median Starting Salary

$62,448

#19

#19 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

South Carolina State University
Orangeburg, SC

At South Carolina State University, the three most popular college majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, General, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

830–1,030

Est. Net Price *

$17,928

Median Starting Salary

$57,840

#20

#20 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI

Each year, the University of Wisconsin-Madison awards around 549 degrees to students majoring in Computer and Information Sciences, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

44%

Annual Degrees Awarded

85

SAT Score

1,330–1,460

Est. Net Price *

$14,216

Median Starting Salary

$62,271

#21

#21 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Florida
Gainesville, FL

At the University of Florida, the most popular majors students pursue are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General. In fact, the University of Florida grants 587 degrees per year to Biology/Biological Sciences, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

24%

Annual Degrees Awarded

66

SAT Score

1,310–1,480

Est. Net Price *

$11,521

Median Starting Salary

$53,756

#22

#22 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Virginia-Main Campus
Charlottesville, VA

All first year students have the ability to apply to either the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Architecture, School of Engineering, School of Nursing, or the Kinesiology program at the Curry School of Education....view more

Acceptance Rate

17%

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

1,420–1,530

Est. Net Price *

$17,831

Median Starting Salary

$58,888

#23

#23 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Murray State University
Murray, KY

At Murray State University, the most popular majors students study are Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences, Other, Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant, and General Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

1,000–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$9,738

Median Starting Salary

$58,378

#24

#24 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University at Buffalo
Buffalo, NY

Each year, the University at Buffalo awards around 776 degrees to those studying Business Administration and Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, and Computer Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

65

SAT Score

1,220–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$20,511

Median Starting Salary

$55,734

#25

#25 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Illinois State University
Normal, IL

At Illinois State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Elementary Education and Teaching, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

92

SAT Score

1,040–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$20,871

Median Starting Salary

$62,355

#26

#26 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

East Carolina University
Greenville, NC

Annually, East Carolina University grants around 374 degrees to those studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

55

SAT Score

1,050–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$14,470

Median Starting Salary

$59,454

#27

#27 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Accounting, Computer Engineering, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

44%

Annual Degrees Awarded

83

SAT Score

1,290–1,510

Est. Net Price *

$14,297

Median Starting Salary

$57,292

#28

#28 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Temple University
Philadelphia, PA

Each year, Temple University grants around 334 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Finance, General, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

70

SAT Score

1,030–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$29,641

Median Starting Salary

$61,394

#29

#29 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Kent State University at Kent
Kent, OH

At Kent State University at Kent, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

73

SAT Score

980–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$20,333

Median Starting Salary

$59,461

#30

#30 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY

At the University of Kentucky, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Kentucky grants 302 degrees per year to Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

50

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$19,838

Median Starting Salary

$59,335

#31

#31 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Baton Rouge, LA

At Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, the most popular majors students pursue are Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Mass Communication/Media Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

74%

Annual Degrees Awarded

91

SAT Score

1,180–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$21,808

Median Starting Salary

$57,787

#32

#32 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Greensboro, NC

Annually, the University of North Carolina at Greensboro grants about 375 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

90%

Annual Degrees Awarded

40

SAT Score

1,110–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$10,592

Median Starting Salary

$57,609

#33

#33 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA

Every year, the University of Iowa grants around 361 degrees to students studying Kinesiology and Exercise Science, the school’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Finance, General, Behavioral Sciences, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

75

SAT Score

1,120–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$20,121

Median Starting Salary

$61,233

#34

#34 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Purdue University-Main Campus
West Lafayette, IN

At Purdue University-Main Campus, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace, and Aeronautical and Astronautical/Space Engineering....view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

78

SAT Score

1,220–1,470

Est. Net Price *

$12,421

Median Starting Salary

$60,276

#35

#35 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Ball State University
Muncie, IN

Every year, Ball State University awards around 171 degrees to students studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

51

SAT Score

1,100–1,260

Est. Net Price *

$13,017

Median Starting Salary

$62,464

#36

#36 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Longwood University
Farmville, VA

At Longwood University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Speech Communication and Rhetoric, and Elementary Education and Teaching....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

1,030–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$22,900

Median Starting Salary

$63,882

#37

#37 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Auburn University
Auburn, AL

At Auburn University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Finance, General, Biomedical Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

71

SAT Score

1,220–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$24,524

Median Starting Salary

$59,757

#38

#38 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Redlands
Redlands, CA

At the University of Redlands, the most popular majors students pursue are Business/Commerce, General, Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Redlands awards 126 degrees annually to Business/Commerce, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

47

SAT Score

1,110–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$28,054

Median Starting Salary

$58,970

#39

#39 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO

Every year, the University of Missouri-Columbia awards around 627 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Journalism, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

49

SAT Score

1,150–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$20,006

Median Starting Salary

$61,722

#40

#40 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Louisiana at Monroe
Monroe, LA

Annually, the University of Louisiana at Monroe awards about 169 degrees to students majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

1,020–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$11,160

Median Starting Salary

$56,871

#41

#41 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Missouri State University-Springfield
Springfield, MO

Annually, Missouri State University-Springfield grants about 247 degrees to those studying Psychology, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Elementary Education and Teaching, Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

65

SAT Score

1,010–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$17,104

Median Starting Salary

$58,601

#42

#42 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MI

Every year, Eastern Michigan University grants around 381 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and Social Work....view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

920–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$17,388

Median Starting Salary

$58,237

#43

#43 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT

Annually, the University of Connecticut grants around 382 degrees to those majoring in Psychology, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Economics, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

61

SAT Score

1,230–1,430

Est. Net Price *

$22,324

Median Starting Salary

$58,991

#44

#44 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI

At the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, the three most popular college majors students study are Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Psychology, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

970–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$16,499

Median Starting Salary

$58,824

#45

#45 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR

Annually, the University of Arkansas grants about 330 degrees to students studying Finance, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Speech Communication and Rhetoric....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

80

SAT Score

1,080–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$17,475

Median Starting Salary

$59,401

#46

#46 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, LA

Each year, the University of Louisiana at Lafayette awards about 383 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

89%

Annual Degrees Awarded

68

SAT Score

1,140–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$13,443

Median Starting Salary

$56,701

#47

#47 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL

Annually, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville awards about 479 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

940–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$15,182

Median Starting Salary

$58,500

#48

#48 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus
Indiana, PA

Annually, Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus awards about 144 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

27

SAT Score

940–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$17,665

Median Starting Salary

$60,806

#49

#49 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Washington State University
Pullman, WA

At Washington State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Mechanical Engineering. In fact, Washington State University awards 466 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

1,030–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$18,155

Median Starting Salary

$57,546

#50

#50 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Southern University and A & M College
Baton Rouge, LA

At Southern University and A & M College, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

50%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

840–1,010

Est. Net Price *

$18,937

Median Starting Salary

$55,713

#51

#51 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Florida-Online
Gainesville, FL

At the University of Florida-Online, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Computer and Information Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

1,270–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$10,412

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#52

#52 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS

Every year, the University of Southern Mississippi grants about 205 degrees to those studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

73

SAT Score

1,010–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$14,050

Median Starting Salary

$56,219

#53

#53 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN

At Indiana State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Criminology, Elementary Education and Teaching, Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

92%

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

910–1,130

Est. Net Price *

$13,321

Median Starting Salary

$58,572

#54

#54 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Marymount Manhattan College
New York, NY

Every year, Marymount Manhattan College grants about 36 degrees to students studying Acting, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Musical Theatre, Mass Communication/Media Studies, Communication, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

79%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,140–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$38,426

Median Starting Salary

$61,139

#55

#55 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

CUNY Lehman College
Bronx, NY

At CUNY Lehman College, the three most popular college majors students study are Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, General, and Hospital and Health Care Facilities Administration/Management....view more

Acceptance Rate

55%

Annual Degrees Awarded

137

SAT Score

860–1,220

Est. Net Price *

$4,076

Median Starting Salary

$54,239

#56

#56 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

CUNY Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY

At CUNY Brooklyn College, the three most popular college majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, and Accounting. In fact, CUNY Brooklyn College grants 534 degrees annually to Business Administration and Management, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

54%

Annual Degrees Awarded

106

SAT Score

1,140–1,420

Est. Net Price *

$4,105

Median Starting Salary

$54,387

#57

#57 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

The University of Texas at Dallas
Richardson, TX

At The University of Texas at Dallas, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Computer and Information Sciences, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and Digital Arts....view more

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

95

SAT Score

1,180–1,420

Est. Net Price *

$13,464

Median Starting Salary

$53,484

#58

#58 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL

At The University of Alabama, the most popular majors students study are Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Finance, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

76%

Annual Degrees Awarded

96

SAT Score

1,180–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$21,761

Median Starting Salary

$59,729

#59

#59 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Brigham Young University
Provo, UT

At Brigham Young University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Exercise Physiology, Accounting, Finance, and General. In fact, Brigham Young University grants 235 degrees annually to graduating Exercise Physiology students....view more

Acceptance Rate

69%

Annual Degrees Awarded

91

SAT Score

1,310–1,440

Est. Net Price *

$14,643

Median Starting Salary

$56,086

#60

#60 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Knoxville, TN

At The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management, Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

46%

Annual Degrees Awarded

74

SAT Score

1,210–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$20,885

Median Starting Salary

$56,958

#61

#61 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Miami University-Oxford
Oxford, OH

At Miami University-Oxford, the three most popular college majors students study are Finance, General, Psychology, General, Marketing/Marketing Management, and General. In fact, Miami University-Oxford awards 329 degrees every year to Finance, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

65

SAT Score

1,240–1,400

Est. Net Price *

$27,928

Median Starting Salary

$61,383

#62

#62 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI

At Andrews University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, and Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

18

SAT Score

1,060–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$24,874

Median Starting Salary

$59,471

#63

#63 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania
Bloomsburg, PA

At Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, the most popular majors students study are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

65

SAT Score

970–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$18,004

Median Starting Salary

$0

#64

#64 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of North Texas
Denton, TX

At the University of North Texas, the most popular majors students pursue are Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, Psychology, General, and General Studies. In fact, the University of North Texas grants 627 degrees every year to Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

94

SAT Score

990–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$14,675

Median Starting Salary

$56,987

#65

#65 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Minnesota State University Moorhead
Moorhead, MN

Every year, Minnesota State University Moorhead grants around 85 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

53%

Annual Degrees Awarded

41

SAT Score

1,020–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$18,231

Median Starting Salary

$62,153

#66

#66 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV

Each year, West Virginia University awards about 223 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

73

SAT Score

1,020–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$13,691

Median Starting Salary

$59,385

#67

#67 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

SUNY Cortland
Cortland, NY

Annually, SUNY Cortland grants about 165 degrees to students majoring in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

51%

Annual Degrees Awarded

48

SAT Score

1,100–1,250

Est. Net Price *

$18,474

Median Starting Salary

$64,177

#68

#68 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Towson University
Towson, MD

Each year, Towson University awards around 464 degrees to those majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Social Sciences, and Other....view more

Acceptance Rate

83%

Annual Degrees Awarded

66

SAT Score

1,050–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$15,064

Median Starting Salary

$60,880

#69

#69 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN

Each year, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center grants about 150 degrees to those studying Pharmaceutical Sciences, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

74

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$0

Median Starting Salary

$59,161

#70

#70 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
Cincinnati, OH

Every year, the University of Cincinnati-Main Campus awards about 418 degrees to those majoring in Marketing/Marketing Management, General, the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Finance, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

88%

Annual Degrees Awarded

57

SAT Score

1,180–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$21,511

Median Starting Salary

$58,205

#71

#71 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Calvin University
Grand Rapids, MI

At Calvin University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Engineering, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General. In fact, Calvin University awards 75 degrees every year to graduating Engineering, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

1,080–1,350

Est. Net Price *

$26,374

Median Starting Salary

$62,539

#72

#72 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN

At the University of Minnesota Twin Cities, the most popular majors students pursue are Computer Science, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General. In fact, the University of Minnesota Twin Cities awards 520 degrees per year to graduating Computer Science students....view more

Acceptance Rate

77%

Annual Degrees Awarded

43

SAT Score

1,290–1,420

Est. Net Price *

$16,730

Median Starting Salary

$60,118

#73

#73 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Yeshiva University
New York, NY

At Yeshiva University, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Psychology, General, Biology/Biological Sciences, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

64%

Annual Degrees Awarded

11

SAT Score

1,320–1,490

Est. Net Price *

$38,118

Median Starting Salary

$58,682

#74

#74 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Tulsa
Tulsa, OK

At the University of Tulsa, the three most popular college majors students study are Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Psychology, and General. In fact, the University of Tulsa grants 60 degrees every year to Mechanical Engineering majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

17

SAT Score

1,170–1,470

Est. Net Price *

$23,681

Median Starting Salary

$55,725

#75

#75 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Harding University
Searcy, AR

Each year, Harding University awards about 56 degrees to those studying Elementary Education and Teaching, the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

21

SAT Score

1,080–1,310

Est. Net Price *

$21,069

Median Starting Salary

$62,051

#76

#76 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA

At Louisiana Tech University, the most popular majors students study are Biology/Biological Sciences, General, Mechanical Engineering, Psychology, and General. In fact, Louisiana Tech University grants 132 degrees annually to graduating Biology/Biological Sciences, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

38

SAT Score

1,080–1,280

Est. Net Price *

$12,593

Median Starting Salary

$56,545

#77

#77 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Elmira College
Elmira, NY

Each year, Elmira College awards around 38 degrees to those majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

1,120–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$24,551

Median Starting Salary

$62,916

#78

#78 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA

At Southeastern Louisiana University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, General Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

45

SAT Score

1,010–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$12,007

Median Starting Salary

$57,595

#79

#79 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA

At Old Dominion University, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Psychology, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and Other. In fact, Old Dominion University awards 313 degrees annually to graduating Psychology, General students....view more

Acceptance Rate

91%

Annual Degrees Awarded

52

SAT Score

1,110–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$16,150

Median Starting Salary

$56,807

#80

#80 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY

At Hofstra University, the most popular majors students pursue are Marketing/Marketing Management, General, Radio, Television, and Digital Communication, Other, Finance, and General. In fact, Hofstra University grants 70 degrees annually to Marketing/Marketing Management, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

71%

Annual Degrees Awarded

22

SAT Score

1,220–1,390

Est. Net Price *

$35,687

Median Starting Salary

$60,867

#81

#81 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO

At the University of Northern Colorado, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

39

SAT Score

970–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$19,115

Median Starting Salary

$60,589

#82

#82 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Brescia University
Owensboro, KY

Annually, Brescia University grants around 44 degrees to those majoring in Social Work, the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Business/Commerce, General, Psychology, General, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

35%

Annual Degrees Awarded

6

SAT Score

970–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$15,087

Median Starting Salary

$57,666

#83

#83 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT

At the University of Utah, the most popular majors students study are Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, Communication, General, and Computer Science. In fact, the University of Utah awards 413 degrees every year to Research and Experimental Psychology, Other majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

38

SAT Score

1,130–1,360

Est. Net Price *

$13,341

Median Starting Salary

$55,126

#84

#84 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR

Every year, Arkansas State University grants around 201 degrees to those majoring in General Studies, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

70%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

1,020–1,210

Est. Net Price *

$13,002

Median Starting Salary

$56,239

#85

#85 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Purdue University Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne, IN

Every year, Purdue University Fort Wayne awards around 122 degrees to those majoring in Business/Commerce, General, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

86%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

970–1,200

Est. Net Price *

$12,619

Median Starting Salary

$58,968

#86

#86 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN

Every year, Middle Tennessee State University grants about 259 degrees to those majoring in Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

68%

Annual Degrees Awarded

37

SAT Score

1,010–1,240

Est. Net Price *

$12,700

Median Starting Salary

$56,977

#87

#87 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI

Every year, Western Michigan University grants about 191 degrees to those majoring in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General, which is the school’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Finance, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

85%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

1,000–1,230

Est. Net Price *

$20,183

Median Starting Salary

$59,127

#88

#88 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY

At Eastern Kentucky University, the most popular majors students pursue are Psychology, General, General Studies, and Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration. In fact, Eastern Kentucky University grants 203 degrees every year to Psychology, General majors....view more

Acceptance Rate

78%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

930–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$10,852

Median Starting Salary

$58,052

#89

#89 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Wyoming
Laramie, WY

Each year, the University of Wyoming awards around 148 degrees to students majoring in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Psychology, General, Elementary Education and Teaching, and Kinesiology and Exercise Science....view more

Acceptance Rate

97%

Annual Degrees Awarded

30

SAT Score

1,070–1,290

Est. Net Price *

$13,299

Median Starting Salary

$58,730

#90

#90 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID

At Idaho State University, the most popular majors students pursue are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

--

Est. Net Price *

$12,353

Median Starting Salary

$57,607

#91

#91 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Delta State University
Cleveland, MS

Each year, Delta State University grants about 63 degrees to students majoring in Physical Education Teaching and Coaching, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

10

SAT Score

940–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$13,457

Median Starting Salary

$56,569

#92

#92 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Bluffton University
Bluffton, OH

Every year, Bluffton University awards about 17 degrees to students majoring in Business Administration and Management, General, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

61%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

930–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$21,299

Median Starting Salary

$62,398

#93

#93 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of New Mexico-Main Campus
Albuquerque, NM

At the University of New Mexico-Main Campus, the most popular majors students pursue are Business Administration and Management, General, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

96%

Annual Degrees Awarded

26

SAT Score

930–1,180

Est. Net Price *

$7,528

Median Starting Salary

$55,561

#94

#94 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Auburn University at Montgomery
Montgomery, AL

At Auburn University at Montgomery, the most popular majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Psychology, General, Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

14

SAT Score

980–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$15,458

Median Starting Salary

$56,422

#95

#95 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Little Rock, AR

At the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, the three most popular college majors students study are Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

58%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

970–1,150

Est. Net Price *

$11,225

Median Starting Salary

$55,889

#96

#96 Best College for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist in the U.S.

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK

Every year, Northeastern State University awards around 149 degrees to students majoring in Research and Experimental Psychology, Other, the institution’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, General Studies, and Accounting....view more

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

970–1,140

Est. Net Price *

$11,153

Median Starting Salary

$57,591

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About Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist

An integrated program that prepares individuals to work as both audiologists and speech-language pathologists. Includes instruction in a variety of communication disorder studies, audiology, speech pathology, language acquisition, and the design and implementation of comprehensive therapeutic and rehabilitative solutions to communications problems.

While Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist has degrees up to the Bachelors degree, most students study towards a Masters degree. Students study Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist all over the country, though the major at the Bachelors degree level sees the most graduates in New York. The average annual income for an undergraduate degree in Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist is $38,300.

Popularity of Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

Some top jobs related to Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist, include Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists, both of which have lots of job openings. Yet there are higher paying jobs, such as Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary. the most available position for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist majors is Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
4,690
Female Students
4,512 (96%)
Male Students
178 (3%)

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