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School of Health and
Rehabilitation Sciences

Speech-Language Pathology (MA/MS)

Format(s)
On-campus
Degree Type
Master of Arts or Master of Science
Duration

2 years
(5-6 terms, including 1 summer term)

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Format(s)
On-campus
Degree Type
Master of Arts or Master of Science
Duration

2 years
(5-6 terms, including 1 summer term)

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Have Questions?

Contact this program's enrollment specialist(s):

Taylor Griffin
Taylor Griffin
taylor.griffin@pitt.edu

estimated program costs

Speech-Language Pathology students at Pitt are classified as:

  • Graduate students in School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences.
  • First Professional degree program.
  • In-state or out-of-state residents.

Then determine in-state or out-of-state residency.

All SLP students will be charged tuition for:

  1. Four (4) academic terms, over 2 academic years at the flat full-time rate
  2. One (1) summer session at the per credit rate (6-10 credits each)
  3. Some students may require a second summer session to complete their program. Credit load is typically 1-2 credits.

Please also be advised that students should anticipate costs related to laboratory fees, physical examinations, medical requirements (e.g., TB, Flu Shots), security clearances, and any drug screens required by their Clinical Practicum Placements each semester.

Although it is not possible to predict exact program costs, we have developed a document as you consider potential costs of a graduate program.

In-State Tuition

These estimated tuition rates are based on the 2024-25 Academic Year tuition. This does not include costs for mandatory fees, university fees or other costs such as textbooks, supplies, laptop, etc.

$30,894

Full-Time Two Terms

$15,447

Full-Time Per Term

$1,255

Part-Time Per Credit

Out-of-State Tuition

These estimated tuition rates are based on the 2024-25 Academic Year tuition. This does not include costs for mandatory fees, university fees or other costs such as textbooks, supplies, laptop, etc.

$37,618

Full-Time Two Terms

$18,809

Full-Time Per Term

$1,534

Part-Time Per Credit

University Tuition and Fees Breakdown

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Funding resources

Program-specific Funding Resources

Speech Pathology Master’s Programs Website

This site offers a detailed list of opportunities for financial assistance for speech-language pathology students. For information on any of these opportunities, please click here.

The Carol E. Lang and Howard N. Lang, MD Scholarship for the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences Award

The Carol E. Lang and Howard N. Lang Award was established in 2013 to provide tuition support for students pursuing a master’s degree in Communication Science and Disorders with a specialization in speech language pathology. Recipients must be a resident of one of the following counties: Allegheny, Beaver, Bedford, Butler, Fayette, Green, Indiana, Somerset, Washington or Westmoreland, and have a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Recipients may re-apply for the scholarship in subsequent years if the recipient continues to meet all eligibility requirements.

Department-specific Funding Resources

The Emeritus Award

The Emeritus Award was established in 2002 from an endowment funded by an emeritus CSD faculty member. This award recognizes outstanding academic achievement. Students are nominated by faculty members for each award year. The competition begins in the Fall Term.

The Audrey Holland Endowed Award

The Audrey Holland Endowed Award is designated to support undergraduate and graduate students to design and conduct research in the Department of Communication Science and Disorders. The awardee may use the award for research related supplies and equipment, subject participation, statistical support, travel to present research findings, and other related items. Students self-nominate for this award.

Audrey Holland, long time Pitt CSD supporter and noted Aphasia clinician/researcher, will be missed by her Pitt family.

 

The Bernard Rousseau Student Resource Fund in Communication Science and Disorders Award

The Bernard Rousseau Student Resource Fund was established in 2020 to provide support for education-related expenses for students in the Department of Communication Science and Disorders, including, but not limited to, books, lab fees and travel. Funds will be administered with a preference for individuals from underrepresented groups within the school.

Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities and Related Disorders (LEND)

The LEND Center at the University of Pittsburgh is one of 60 LEND programs in every state, the District of Columbia, the United States Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and six Pacific Basin jurisdictions preparing trainees from a wide variety of professional disciplines to assume leadership roles, ensure high levels of interdisciplinary clinical competence, and enhance the ability of clinicians to diagnose, treat, and manage complex disabilities in youth and adolescents.

LEND Leadership Trainees are eligible to earn a stipend.

Schweitzer Fellowship

The Institute for Equity-Centered Leadership (TIECL) is a 16-month leadership development program focused on health equity. Fellows work with and serve marginalized communities to address social determinants of health. Each Equity Fellowship cohort is interdisciplinary and diverse, allowing for students from different backgrounds and fields of study to draw on the collective knowledge and resources of the Equity Fellowship Class.

Other Scholarship and Award Opportunities

ASHA and ASHFoundation Websites

There are also several scholarships and grants sponsored by ASHA and ASHFoundation. For information on any of these opportunities, please click here.

 

Schoolwide Funding Resources

Matriculated SHRS students at the undergraduate and graduate level have the opportunity to apply for the following scholarships and financial award opportunities. Some awards are offered through the University and others are school-wide.

Merit Scholarship

The merit scholarships comprise three awards administered under a common application process. The purpose of these scholarships is to acknowledge and aid students who demonstrate high-level scholastic achievement and financial need. Multiple scholarships are awarded per year, pending available funds.

Current SHRS students can review eligibility and criteria for this scholarship on the Current Student Hub.

Selection of Awardees Details

Awardees will be selected by the SHRS Executive Committee. The amount of the awards will depend on available funds and the student’s financial needs and essay composition.

  • Students only need to apply once and will automatically be considered for all three awards.
    • Anne Pascasio Scholarship
    • SHRS Alumni Endowed Scholarship
    • UPMC Endowed Scholarship
  • Students can only receive the scholarship once as an undergrad and once as a graduate student.

Awards for the 2024-2025 term will be announced in mid-January 2025 and be applied to the student’s spring bill.

The Dr. Timothy C. and Mrs. Cynthia B. Sell Student Award

Donors Dr. Timothy Sell and Mrs. Cynthia Sell have established an endowed fund to promote diversity and inclusion within the SHRS student body. The SHRS Faculty Executive Committee will choose the award recipient(s) in mid-January and the award will be applied to the student’s spring tuition bill. Awards will be presented annually pending receipt of qualifying applications.

Current SHRS students can review eligibility and criteria for this scholarship on the Current Student Hub.

Selection of Awardees Details

Awardees will be selected by the SHRS Executive Committee. The amount of the awards will depend on available funds and the student’s financial needs and essay composition. Awards will be announced in mid-January and be applied to the student’s spring bill.

 

University Scholarships and Resources

  • Pitt Alumni Association Scholarships
    The Pitt Alumni Association manages multiple scholarships that students may be eligible to apply for.
  • Honors College Scholarships
    The University Honors College (UHC) advises undergraduates, seniors and alumni who are interested in pursuing national and international awards. These opportunities both recognize past accomplishments and give students enriching educational experiences beyond the classroom. The UHC provides guidance and support on scholarship, fellowship and grant competitions.

PittFund$Me

PittFund$Me connects students with real, relevant scholarships.

Current Pitt Students – How to Apply

Current Pitt students can access PittFund$Me by following this process:

  1. Login to your MyPitt account and search for PittFund$Me. Select the icon and you will be directed to your Student Dashboard.
  2. Once in the system, you will be asked a series of basic questions that will match you to scholarship opportunities from the University of Pittsburgh and outside organizations (all external scholarships have been fully vetted for legitimacy so that you can apply confidently).
  3. The more questions you answer, the more scholarships you can be matched to (you will only see Pitt scholarships when they are open and if they require an application).
  4. For matched scholarships, click the Apply button to navigate to the external organization’s website where you can submit your application.

You’ll be able to manage all of your applications in your personalized dashboard, and Pitt will post alerts for new scholarships that might be interesting to you.

Learn more here.

 

Search for a Scholarship

Use the Pittsburgh Foundation Scholarship search.

University Financial Aid

Visit studentaid.gov to access the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Pitt Federal School code – 008815

Office of Admissions and Financial Aid
University of Pittsburgh
139 University Place, Thackeray Hall
Pittsburgh, PA 15260

Office Hours:

Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Contact Information:

Email: finaid@pitt.edu
Phone: 412-624-7488
Website: https://oafa.pitt.edu/contact-us/

Resources


NOTE: Providing your social security number to the University of Pittsburgh in your application for admission is optional. Some SHRS graduate applications do not ask prospective students for their SSN. However, please be advised that you must provide your SSN to the University of Pittsburgh if you are completing the FAFSA or expecting a 1098-T to submit to the IRS for tuition-related expenses. Please click here for information on how to provide your SSN to the University of Pittsburgh if your application does not give you the option to include it with submission.

International Student Financial Information

The Office of International Services (OIS) provides a financial document to inform international graduate students of the financial requirement in order to issue a student visa document (Form I-20 or DS-2019). The document is updated annually.

See the International Graduate Financial Information 2025-2026 here.

  • International students are not eligible for Federal Student Financial Aid through the University of Pittsburgh.
  • International students are eligible to work on campus.
    • Please find additional information on the Office of International Services website.
    • International students may be eligible for a limited number of graduate student researcher positions (these positions are typically awarded to students in our Doctor of Philosophy programs) as well as certain SHRS scholarships.
      • Check out the SHRS scholarships below for eligibility requirements and guidelines.
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Have Questions?

Contact this program's enrollment specialist(s):

Taylor Griffin
Taylor Griffin
taylor.griffin@pitt.edu
Learn more about the Department of Communication Science and Disorders

Related Programs:

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Speech-Language Pathology (MA/MS)
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Communication Science and Disorders (PhD)
Full classroom photo from the back of the classroom observing a speaker.

Communication Science and Disorders, Post-Baccalaureate Year
Three professionals working with a patient model in a sound booth.

Audiology (AuD)

Communication Science (BA)

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Field Descriptions
Field of Study (Intended Major)

  1. Certificate
  2. Certificate - Hybrid/Online

Concentration
  1. Doctorate - Rehabilitation Science
  2. Doctorate - Physical Therapy - Entry-level DPT
  3. Master's Degree - Physical Therapy - Post-professional Master of Science
  4. Master's Degree - Health Informatics
  5. Master - Hybrid/Online - Health Informatics - Online
  6. Master's Degree - Dietitian Nutritionist Program
Term
  1. Fall - Spring - Summer
  2. Fall - Spring
  3. Fall
  4. Spring
  5. Summer
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