Audiology (AuD)

Format(s)
On-campus
Degree Type
Doctor of Audiology
Duration

4 years
(11 terms, including 3 summer terms)

Format(s)
On-campus
Degree Type
Doctor of Audiology
Duration

4 years
(11 terms, including 3 summer terms)

At a Glance

#6
in the nation

Ranked 6th among the best programs in the nation, Pitt Audiology focuses on evidence-based instruction and extensive clinical exposure from day one. Our unique clinical training model offers students access to more than 40 different clinical sites. Join one of our research teams to gain exposure to the most advanced hearing technology including cochlear implants. 

Application

Start Term

Fall term (August)

Application Opens

July 15, 2024

Application Closes

January 15, 2025

Submitting applications by December 15 is strongly recommended to allow time for the verification process.

Commitment
and Credits

Duration

4 years
(11 terms, including 3 summer terms)

Commitment

Full-time

Credits

101 minimum

Degree

Type of Degree

Doctor of Audiology

This program prepares graduates to become an entry-level audiologist.

Format(s)

On-campus

Applied Skills

Students will participate in a three-term externship which is equivalent to 2,000 clinical experience hours.

Estimated
Program Costs

Program Outcomes

Average Class Size

15-20

Certification
and Licensure

Students must complete four years of graduate study, including a one-year externship to meet all requirements for state licensure. Students who successfully complete the Audiology graduate program also will meet clinical practicum requirements for the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) and/or American Board Certification in Audiology (ABA).

Accreditation

The Doctor of Audiology degree (AuD) education program in audiology is a residential program at the University of Pittsburgh accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.

Student
Handbooks

2024-2025 Speech-Language Pathology and Doctor of Audiology Handbook
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2024-2025 Graduate Student Handbook
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