Communication Disorders MS

Gain the real-world experience you will need to pursue a career in the field of Communication Disorders.

There's a growing need for speech and language services. With more young children and seniors in need of services, the demand for speech-language pathologists is great. Mercy University's Master's Degree in Communication Disorders is a premier program in the metropolitan New York area. The 60-credit program fosters ethical, competent, autonomous practice.

Career Opportunities

Speech language pathologists (SLPs) work to prevent, assess, diagnose and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication and swallowing disorders in newborn to geriatric individuals. 

Employment facilities include schools, hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, and private practice.

SLPS work with the full range of human communication and swallowing disorders in individuals of all ages:

• Evaluate and diagnose speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders
• Treat speech, language, communication and swallowing disorders
• Provide training and education to family/caregivers and other professionals
• Work collaboratively with professionals from many other disciplines

27% Growth

Career Outcomes

Job growth expected to rise 27% through 2028*

*Bureau of Labor Statistics

$88K Salary

Average Pay

For speech-language pathologist with M.S.*

60 Credits

Total Credits to Earn Your Degree

Classes in Neuroanatomy, human communication & speech sound disorders

No GRE Requirement

At Mercy University, students are much more than a number on a standardized test, therefore the GRE is not required for admission into the Communication Disorders graduate program.

Available at these campuses:

• Westchester