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Master of Science in Education in Speech-Language Pathology

State University of New York - Buffalo State University

USA,New York

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 18,600/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 65

Application Fee

Jan 2025

Apply Date

USA, New York

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1871

Total Students: 6,405 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1300 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14222, United States

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Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science in Education in Speech-Language Pathology

Program Overview

Programs must be planned under advisement and approved by the graduate program director. Students are expected to complete academic and clinical education requirements to qualify for the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in speech-language pathology issued by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and New York State licensure in speech-language pathology. Additional coursework may be required for New York State teacher certification. Students complete a minimum of three semesters of supervised practica in the Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic prior to placement at off-campus practica. Only students in good standing are permitted to enroll in SLP 505 Graduate Practicum in an Educational Setting and SLP 611 Externship in Communication Disorders. Students must communicate with the graduate program director before initial registration to plan a program that will ensure completion of ASHA certification, New York State licensure, and New York State teacher certification requirements.

Learning Outcomes

Students will:

Demonstrate knowledge of the biological, neurological, acoustic, psychological, developmental, and linguistic and cultural bases of basic human communication and swallowing processes.
Demonstrate knowledge of etiologies, characteristics, and linguistic and cultural correlates of communication and swallowing disorders.
Demonstrate the ability to integrate information pertaining to normal and abnormal human development across the life span.
Conduct selected screening, prevention and formal and informal evaluation procedures.
Interpret, integrate and synthesize all information to arrive at a diagnosis and conveys said information cogently in written format.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

5 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2025		Open
aug 2024		Closed

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 65

Tuition Fee

CAD 18,600 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in State University of New York - Buffalo State University

CAD 15,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 100.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 70.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Destination Buffalo State Grant all international bachelor students annually up to four years if student lives on campus, covers 95% of housing costs.
No scholarships for graduate $9,500

The Office of International Student and Scholar Services provides financial awards through several scholarships to international students. Recipients must be matriculated and enrolled full-time at Buffalo State at the time they apply for the scholarships. Eligibility requirements vary by scholarship.

NEW DESTINATION BUFFALO STATE SCHOLARSHIP $9,500 yearly

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be enrolled full-time (12+ credit hours)
Live on campus
The scholarship is renewable for up to four years for entering freshman, provided the student maintains a 2.25 grade point average and is in good academic standing.

The scholarship is targeted to support “non-tuition” related expenses of the recipient including fees, room and board, books, personal, travel along with other related expenses related to special experiences like study abroad, etc.3

Spring 2025 Scholarship Process

Reminder that for spring 2025, scholarships are not included in the offer letters. A separate scholarship letter is sent out up to 2 weeks later (depending on admit date). Admitted students who have not received their scholarships yet should receive their awards on Wednesday, October 9. Scholarship award dates after this are October 23, November 6, and November 20.
The process for fall 2025 and beyond will be much better as the scholarship award will be included in the offer letter!

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.