Guide to Massachusetts Speech Pathology Master’s Programs
A career as a speech pathologist may be rewarding, and earning your master’s in speech pathology is often the first step in pursuing that career. With speech therapy programs available in Massachusetts both on-campus and online, you’ll be able to choose where and how you pursue your degree.
Emerson College • Boston, MA
Master of Science in Communication Disorders
Enrollment Type
Full-Time and Part-Time
Length of Program
As few as 20 months
Credits
72
Admission Requirements
- Official Transcripts
- Résumé
- Letters of Recommendation
- Essay
- Interview
Pepperdine University • Malibu, CA
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time and Part-Time
Length of Program
20-32 Months
Credits
53
Admission Requirements
- Completed undergraduate degree (BA/BS), with an overall GPA of 3.000 or higher.
- Official transcripts for all previous college coursework.
- Completion of required foundational courses in communicative disorders.
- Applicants who have not completed the required foundational courses may be admitted to complete those courses in advance of full admission to the program.
- Three letters of recommendation by people familiar with your background and potential for success as a speech-language pathologist
- Statement of interest
Find the Best Massachusetts Speech Pathology Program for You
If you’re thinking about attending a speech language pathology school in Massachusetts, you may have multiple options and will need to consider which speech pathology program is best for you. Massachusetts speech therapy programs are available throughout the state, as well as online.
To find the right program for you, consider looking at schools that are accredited by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) first. This helps ensure you’re attending a quality program that will prepare you to become a speech language pathologist. (All the schools outlined below are accredited.)
Once you’ve found programs that interest you, review their curricula and make sure you’ll have the chance to pursue courses or specializations that interest you. You’ll want to review each program’s admission requirements to maximize your chances of being accepted.
You may also want to consider program costs and scholarships and your career goals when determining which speech pathology school is right for you. Becoming a speech therapist may be worth the investment. Start by considering different speech therapy career paths to help you decide which is the best speech pathology program for you.
Massachusetts is home to seven accredited on-campus SLP master’s programs, including options at large research universities, state colleges, and health professional institutions.
While fully online speech-language pathology programs are relatively uncommon in the state, Emerson College offers at least one online master’s programthat allows students to complete coursework virtually while meeting clinical requirements for certification and licensure.
Emerson College • Boston, MA
Master of Science in Communication Disorders
Enrollment Type
Full-Time and Part-Time
Length of Program
As few as 20 months
Credits
72
Admission Requirements
- Official Transcripts
- Résumé
- Letters of Recommendation
- Essay
- Interview
Emerson College • Boston, MA
Master of Science in Communication Disorders
Enrollment Type
Full-Time and Part-Time
Length of Program
As few as 20 months
Credits
72
Admission Requirements
- Official Transcripts
- Résumé
- Letters of Recommendation
- Essay
- Interview
Pepperdine University • Malibu, CA
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time and Part-Time
Length of Program
20-32 Months
Credits
53
Admission Requirements
- Completed undergraduate degree (BA/BS), with an overall GPA of 3.000 or higher.
- Official transcripts for all previous college coursework.
- Completion of required foundational courses in communicative disorders.
- Applicants who have not completed the required foundational courses may be admitted to complete those courses in advance of full admission to the program.
- Three letters of recommendation by people familiar with your background and potential for success as a speech-language pathologist
- Statement of interest
Information last updated: February 2026