FAQ: Undergraduate Program in Speech Pathology and Audiology
FAQ: Graduate Program in Speech-Language Pathology
- Is the graduate program at Lehman accredited?
- What are the requirements for consideration for admission into the graduate program?
- I didn't major in communication sciences and disorders as an undergraduate student. What prerequisite coursework is required for consideration for admission to the graduate program?
- Can I take prerequisite courses at Lehman College?
- If I take prerequisite courses at Lehman, does that mean I will be accepted into Lehman's graduate program?
- Does Lehman interview candidates for admission to the graduate program?
- Can I enroll in graduate courses as a non-matriculated student?
- When are the deadlines for application to the graduate program and how can I obtain an application?
- How many credits is the masters program in speech-language pathology?
- What are the requirements for graduation?
- Does Lehman offer a masters degree in Audiology?
Is it possible to work while pursuing an undergraduate major in Speech Pathology and Audiology at Lehman?
It is possible, and many of our undergraduate students work while attending the undergraduate program. Courses are offered during the daytime, evening and Saturdays. Students who work may have to adjust their work schedule according to class meeting times. If you work while attending the program, it is advisable to take a reduced course load.
Do undergraduate students enroll in clinical practicum?
No. Undergraduate students do not engage in any hands-on therapy. Undergraduate students enroll in coursework that provides supervised observation of therapy.
I am not particularly strong in math or science. Is this a good major for me?
Probably not. Science plays a major role in many of your courses. The content of courses in basic communication processes includes mathematics, biology, physics, and physiology
Does the undergraduate program have a student association?
Yes. Lehman College is a member of the National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association(NSSLHA). The Lehman NSSLHA chapter has both undergraduate and graduate student members.
Is the graduate program at Lehman accredited?
Yes, the graduate program in Speech-Language Pathology is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
What are the requirements for consideration for admission into the graduate program?
Students applying to the graduate program must submit evidence of an earned baccalaureate degree, a minimum of 2 letters of reference, and a personal statement. Applicants should have a minimum undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0, both overall, and in their communication sciences and disorders major. For students whose major was in another discipline, a minimum GPA of 3.0 both overall, and in prerequisite courses is required.
Please Note: These are minimum requirements. Admissions decisions are based on competitive review. Although not required for the M.A. degree, students must complete a minimum of one course in the following areas in order to qualify for the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology:
- Mathematics
- Social Sciences
- Biological Sciences
- Physical Sciences
I didn't major in communication sciences and disorders as an undergraduate student. What prerequisite coursework is required for consideration for admission to the graduate program?
The following prerequisite courses (or their equivalent) are required for consideration for admission into the graduate program:
- SPV 221: Language Acquisition
- SPV 245: Articulatory Phonetics
- SPV 246: Introduction to Linguistics
- SPV 247: Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech Mechanism
- SPV 248: Acoustic Phonetics
- SPV 249: Hearing Science
- SPV 326: Speech Pathology I
- SPV 327: Speech Pathology II
- SPV 328: Introduction to Audiology
Total: 27 credits
Can I take prerequisite courses at Lehman College?
Yes. You may apply to the College as a non-matriculated undergraduate student.
If I take prerequisite courses at Lehman, does that mean I will be accepted into Lehman's graduate program?
No. Your application for admission to the graduate program will be considered among those of all other applicants. While there is no guarantee of admission to the graduate program, members of the faculty have a better understanding of students' relative strengths and weaknesses if they have taken their prerequisite courses at Lehman.
Does Lehman interview candidates for admission to the graduate program?
Yes. Once all received applications have been reviewed, a number of applicants will be invited to meet with faculty for an interview. Final decisions regarding admissions to the graduate program are made following the interview which includes an evaluation of an on-site writing sample.
Can I enroll in graduate courses as a non-matriculated student?
No. Graduate coursework can be taken only by students who have been accepted as matriculated students.
When are the deadlines for application to the graduate program and how can I obtain an application?
Applications can be obtained from the Office of Graduate Admissions, Shuster Hall, Room 150 (718-960-8702) or downloaded from theGraduate Applications page on the Lehman College Admissions Web site.
Application Deadlines:
For fall semester admission: March 1
For spring semester admission: October 1
How many credits is the masters program in speech-language pathology?
Effective September 2006, the graduate program leading to an M.A. degree consists of 51 credits.
What are the requirements for graduation?
Satisfactory completion of all required academic courses and clinical practica, a portfolio review, and a satisfactory exit interview at the completion of studies.
Does Lehman offer a masters degree in Audiology?
No. The Department does not have a graduate program in Audiology. The CUNY Graduate Center, however, offers an AuD in Audiology. For more information about the AuD, visit the CUNY Web site.
Updated: 8/7/2007