Frequently Asked Questions

IS YOUR PROGRAM ACCREDITED?

YES. 

The Master of Speech-Language Pathology (MSLP) education program in speech-language pathology (residential) at Austin Peay State University is 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.

Add During its meeting on February 10-13, 2026 the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) voted to award initial accreditation for the graduate education program in speech-language pathology at Austin Peay State University for a period of 5 years beginning 02/01/2026 through 01/31/2031.

WHAT DEGREE DO I NEED TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE GRADUATE PROGRAM IN SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY?

APSU undergraduate students earn a degree in Health and Human Performance with a concentration in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Applicants from other institutions typically have a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders or speech-language pathology. Prerequisite course work is required of students who have completed a Bachelor’s degree in a field other than Communication Sciences and Disorders or who are currently pursuing a degree in another field. The prerequisite coursework provides applicants for the graduate program in speech-language pathology to acquire foundational knowledge of basic human communication and swallowing processes including their biological, neurological, acoustic, psychological, developmental, linguistic, and cultural bases.

The following sequence begins in the fall term. At the end of the fall term the student is eligible to apply for the Master of Speech-Language Pathology Program at APSU. 

• Fall
  • CSDI 2020 Language Acquisition and Development (3 SCH)
  • CSDI 2040 Phonetics (2 SCH)
  • CSDI 3000 Guided Observation in SLP (2 SCH)
  • CSDI 3020 Neurological Basis of Communication Disorders (3 SCH)
  • CSDI 3040 Communication Disorders of the Exceptional Child (3 SCH)
• Spring
  • CSDI 1030 Introduction to Audiology (3 SCH)
  • CSDI 2030 Acoustics and Perception of Sound (3 SCH)
  • CSDI 2060 Applied Anatomy & Physiology SLP/AUD (3 SCH)
  • CSDI 2080 Child Communication Disorders Ax/Tx (3 SCH)

WHAT IS THE APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR FALL 2026 ADMISSION?

The application for the APSU MSLP program for Fall 2026 is open. Faculty will begin reviewing applicants February 15^th. The MSLP program is a competitive program and has a limited number of spaces for incoming graduate students. Applicants who meet the February 15^th priority review date and meet the requirements have a greater probability of being admitted. In order to be considered in the February 15^th priority review pool of candidates, all application materials must be completed prior to 11:59 PM CST on February 15^th. Applications will continue to be reviewed until May 1, 2026, or until all spaces are filled, whichever comes first.. 

IS THE GRADUATE RECORDS EXAM (GRE) REQUIRED FOR ADMISSION?

No, the GRE is NOT required for admission to the MSLP program.

IS FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE FOR THE PROGRAM AT APSU?

There are several available options for financial aid including loans, grants, scholarships and graduate assistantship opportunities. Contact the APSU Financial Aid Office for more information.

DO YOU HAVE AN ON-CAMPUS CLINIC?

Yes, students will complete supervised practicum experiences at the APSU Speech-Language & Swallowing Community Clinic.

IS THE PROGRAM ONLINE?

No. The delivery of the MSLP program will combine on-campus and online distance learning to deliver the curriculum using a hybrid model. The first year experience will be comprised of traditional Face-to-Face course delivery with web enhanced instruction as appropriate to the course or experience.  Beginning in the second year, the instructional delivery methods will shift to more online and hybrid courses for academic content.