BA/BS in Communication Disorders Sciences and Services

This undergraduate degree studies normal communication processes and how disorders of speech, language and hearing are identified, treated and prevented across the lifespan. It prepares students for advanced study to become a speech therapist or hearing specialist, or for careers in education, allied health and public health. Required coursework covers the anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing, typical development, and communication disorders. Restricted electives let students tailor the major, and the flexible structure leaves room for pre-health prerequisites. An honors option pairs strong students with a faculty mentor in a lab setting. Applications run through the university's central undergraduate admissions office. Prospective applicants should consult the full bulletin entry, which lists the required courses, a sample plan of study and the policies that apply to a given entry year, because details can change between cohorts and are best confirmed with the department directly.