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2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
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2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Communication Sciences and Disorders (B.A., B.S.)

37 Major Hours, 120 Degree Hours

Students in this major must also complete requirements for a degree in the College of Arts & Sciences .

Departmental Requirements (37 hours)

Note:

Students interested in graduate programs should note that certification requirements set by the Council for Clinical Certification of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association specify that students wishing to obtain certification in speech-language pathology should have coursework in biological science, physical science (specifically physics or chemistry), behavioral science, and statistics.

Four-Year Program Guides and Costs

USD encourages students to take 15 credits per semester or 30 credits within the year in order to graduate in 4 years. To help students complete their academic degree program in four years, we provide a sample academic plan. Please work with your academic advisor to confirm your plan.