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Guide to Texas Speech Pathology Programs
Speech Pathology Programs in Texas
Those who are looking to become a speech pathologist by pursuing a master’s in speech language pathology in Texas have a few options. There are currently 24 ASHA-accredited SLP programs throughout the state for those looking for a campus near their homes, as well as 15 online speech pathology programs accessible to Texans who want the flexibility to complete their degree outside the classroom.
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
On-Campus and Online Speech Pathology Programs in Texas
This page was researched and last updated 1/14/2020
Abilene Christian University • Addison, TX
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Length of Program
2 years
Credits
52
Admission Requirements
- Bachelors degree
- Official transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
- Personal essay
- CV/resume
- Two year commitment
Texas Christian University • Fort Worth, TX
Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Length of Program
2 years
Credits
43+
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Official transcripts
- Personal Essay
- Three letters of recommendation
- GRE Scores
Texas Christian University • Fort Worth, TX
Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Length of Program
2 years
Credits
43-46
Admission Requirements
- Undergraduate Degree
- 3.0 GPA
- GRE Requirement
- Personal Essay
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- Resume
- Official Transcripts
Lamar University • Beaumont, TX
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Length of Program
2 years
Credits
54-60
Admission Requirements
- Official transcripts
- Personal essay
- Undergraduate degree in speech and hearing sciences or related field
- Course prerequisites
Texas A&M University – Kingsville
Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Length of Program
2 years
Credits
67+
Admission Requirements
- Official transcripts
- Undergraduate degree in CSD/SLP (preferred, otherwise prerequisite courses are required)
- Course prerequisites
- Background check
Our Lady of the Lake University • San Antonio, TX
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Length of Program
2 years
Admission Requirements
- Baccalaureate Degree
- Personal essay or statement of purpose
- Official transcripts
- GRE Scores
- Interview for selected applicants
- 3.0 GPA
- Three letters of reference
San Jose State University
Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Length of Program
2 years
Credits
63-66
Admission Requirements
- Baccalaureate Degree
- Official Transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
- Three letters of recommendation
- Statement of Purpose
- Resume
- Official GRE Test Scores
- 3.0 GPA
Texas Tech University • Lubbock, TX
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Credits
58
Admission Requirements
- Required standardized tests: GRE
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Length of Program
3 years
Credits
58
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders
- Official transcripts
- Personal statement
- Three letters of recommendation
- GRE scores or submit waiver showing proof of completing a graduate degree
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
University of Houston • Houston, TX
Master of Arts in Communication Sciences and Disorders
Enrollment Type
Full-Time and Part-Time
Length of Program
3 years
Credits
49
Admission Requirements
- Official transcripts
- GRE scores
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Three letters of recommendation
- Personal Statement
- Resume
- Completed prerequisite coursework
University of North Texas • Denton, TX
Master of Arts or Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Length of Program
2 years
Credits
39
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Official transcripts
- GRE scores
- Submit Clinical Questions Form
- Three letters of recommendation
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences
Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time and Part-Time
Length of Program
1.5+ years
Credits
55-58
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Completed prerequisite course work in the basic sciences and communication sciences and disorders
- Official transcripts
- GRE Scores
- Resume
- Writing sample
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 on program prerequisites preferred
University of Texas at Dallas • Richardson, TX
Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Length of Program
1.5+ years
Credits
48+
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Official transcripts
- Statement of Purpose
- GRE Scores
- Three letters of recommendation
- TOEFL scores (if applicable)
University of Texas at Dallas • Richardson, TX
Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Length of Program
1.5+ years
Credits
48+
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Official transcripts
- Statement of Purpose
- GRE Scores
- Three letters of recommendation
- TOEFL scores (if applicable)
The University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX
Master of Science in Speech Language and Hearing Sciences
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Length of Program
1.25 years
Credits
57-60
Concentrations
Bilingualism, Speech and Hearing Science, Audiology
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree
- Transcripts
- Resume
- Statement of Purpose
- 3.0 minimum GPA
- Completed all prerequisite coursework and ASHA Certification Standards coursework
Texas Woman's University • Denton, TX
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Length of Program
2 years
Credits
61
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in CSD or related area
- Course prerequisites in CSD and statistics, biological science, physics/chemistry, and social/behavioral science
- Letter of intent (education specialization)
The University of Texas at El Paso • El Paso, TX
Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
Enrollment Type
Full-Time
Credits
51
Admission Requirements
- Letter(s) of recommendation
- Unofficial/official transcripts
- Application Fee
- GRE Scores
- Interview
- Bachelors 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


