Communicative Disorders and Sciences MA

College of Arts and Sciences

Program Description

The graduate curriculum in speech-language pathology covers various aspects of communication, with an emphasis on communicative disorders. Included are courses on normal processing and research methods, as well as on the etiology, symptomatology, prevention, and remediation of disorders of speech, language and hearing. The programs also allow students to qualify for New York State licensure needed to practice in the medical and educational settings. Students in the MA program in speech-language pathology also can qualify for New York State certification for teachers of students with speech-language disabilities.

Program Contact

Department of Communicative Disorders and Sciences
122 Cary Hall
Buffalo, NY 14214
Email: cdsdept@buffalo.edu
Phone: 716-829-2797

Instruction Method

  • In Person (100 percent of courses offered in person)

Full/Part Time Options

  • Full Time

Credits Required

  • 40 Hours

Time-to-Degree

  • 2 Years

Application Fee

  • $75

Special Requirements

Interested students should apply through the CDSCAS National Application.

This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).

** At least one of the admissions tests are required for admission. Test and score requirements/exceptions vary by program. Contact the department for details.