Thank you for your interest in the Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) program at the University of Iowa! We are committed to training the next generation of skilled, compassionate, and innovative speech-language pathologists, and we are glad you are considering joining our community. 

Our program takes a holistic approach to admissions. We believe that a student’s potential cannot be captured by grades alone, and we are committed to reviewing each application thoughtfully and in full. In addition to your academic record, we consider the full scope of your formative experiences, including your service with clinical populations, leadership, honors/awards, research, and personal characteristics that your letters of recommendation help us understand. We welcome applications from students with varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. 

Admissions are made for the fall semester only, and generally 24–25 students enter the program each year. 

Eligibility Requirements 

To be considered for admission to the MS-SLP program, applicants must meet the following requirements: 

GRE Scores 

GRE scores are not accepted as part of the MS-SLP application. 

Required Prerequisite Coursework 

The following courses, or their equivalents, are required prior to beginning the MS-SLP program. Students who have an undergraduate degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) will likely have completed most of this coursework already. Students who have not completed some or all prerequisites may take them as a non-degree seeking student before applying, or in some cases during the graduate program — though doing so may extend the length of the MS-SLP program. 

General education prerequisites (completed outside of a CSD department; CSD courses cannot be used to fulfill these requirements): 

CSD prerequisites (typically completed within a CSD department): 

Admitted students will use the Prerequisite Completion Form to document and track completion of all prerequisite courses. 

Submit the following materials through your CSDCAS application: 

It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure all materials are submitted by the application deadline. Official transcripts MUST be mailed directly to: 

February — Selected Applicant Interviews  

After applications are reviewed, selected applicants are invited to interview via Zoom. Interviews are facilitated by two faculty members and typically last approximately 20 minutes. Structured questions will explore your foundational knowledge of speech-language pathology and critical thinking, followed by an opportunity for you to ask questions about our program.  

March-April — Admission Decisions 

Admission decisions are released in multiple rounds as the Admissions Committee completes its review. Throughout this process, offers of admission and waitlist notifications are issued as the entering class takes shape. We recognize that waiting for a decision is difficult, and we encourage you to reach out to us with any questions throughout the process.  

Mid-March — Visit Day for Admitted Students 

Admitted students will be invited to our hybrid Visit Day in mid-March. Visit Day provides a full day of activities designed to help you get to know our program, faculty, and current students. Admitted students are invited to join in person or virtually. 

By April 15 — Enrollment 

Students who wish to accept their offer of admission and enroll in our program must do so through the University of Iowa Graduate College by April 15. Follow these steps: 

Application fee waivers: Applicants with limited financial resources may be eligible for an application fee waiver. Participation in certain programs may also qualify an applicant for a waiver. 

We know that choosing a graduate program is an important decision, and we want to give you the time you need to make the right choice. When you are ready to commit, we encourage you to complete your enrollment at your earliest convenience. Doing so helps us extend offers to waitlisted applicants in a timely manner. 

Questions? 

If you have questions at any point in the process, we encourage you to reach out to our graduate student coordinator (mindy-miller@uiowa.edu) or MS-SLP admissions chair (naomi-rodgers@uiowa.edu).