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A Program For Future Speech-Language Pathologists
If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of others through the study of speech development and the treatment of communication disorders, Nova Southeastern University’s Speech-Language Pathology Dual Admission program could help you reach your goals.
NSU's Speech-Language pathology program will give you the skills to become a competent, compassionate professional. You’ll learn how to help children master fluency, support stroke victims’ recovery, and effectively work with individuals who struggle with social communication or speech disorders.
The Dual Admission program saves your seat in NSU’s competitive Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program while you earn your bachelor’s degree.
From day one, you’ll work with top-trained professionals, who will guide you through research-based coursework and clinical hands-on experiences, ensuring that you’re prepared not just for your licensing exams but also for improving your patient’s lives. And with our on-campus clinic, access to the best speech-language facilities will be right on your doorstep.
I'm so happy with my choice. I chose NSU because of the welcoming environment, and that still continues today.
Molly M. | Speech-Language Pathology
Program Overview
A Dual Admission program in speech-language pathology is offered to qualified freshmen. This program leads to a Master of Science degree in Speech-Language Pathology (M.S.).
Students admitted to the program must major in Speech-Language and Communication Disorders (SLCD). Upon successful completion of the master’s application process, students will be admitted to the M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology if requirements are met.
This program provides the required coursework and clinical experiences necessary to obtain Florida licensure. In addition, the student will be prepared to begin their clinical fellowship experience to earn the Certificate of Clinical Competence awarded by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).
Eligibility
To be considered for Dual Admission and fill your reserved seat in graduate or professional
school, there are some requirements you must meet. Undergraduate Admission Requirements are for first-time in college students applying to earn a bachelor’s degree. This
Dual Admission program is ONLY for first-time in college students, although college
credits earned through advanced high school program may apply ( see “transfer credits
through high school section below”).
Graduate Admission Requirements are the standards students need to maintain, while earning their undergraduate degree,
to remain eligible for the graduate or professional program.
Undergraduate Admission Requirements
(First-Time Students)
Graduate Admission Requirements
Keep your dual admission status while you earn your bachelor’s.
Dual Admission reserves your seat in NSU’s M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology program, but you must still complete a graduate application once you finish your bachelor’s degree.
Keep in mind that these are the basic requirements, and final determination of admission into the professional program is at the discretion of the Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences.
You must maintain a 3.2 cumulative GPA. You must also earn at least a B- in some prerequisite courses and at least a C in others.
Additional Requirements
Transfer students are not eligible to apply to this Health and Medical Professions Dual Admission program. Only students coming to NSU in the fall semester as first-time college freshman applicants are eligible to apply.
College credits that were earned through advanced high school programs such as AP, IB or college academy—or in summer coursework following high school graduation, prior to attending NSU—may transfer to NSU. However, we strongly encourage students to take a majority of their specific science program pre-requisites at NSU to highlight their competency in these critical domains and maximize their long-term profile for future graduate/professional school candidacy.
Students who enter NSU with earned college credits through advanced high school programs may be able to complete their degree and program requirements earlier than scheduled and request to enter their graduate professional programs earlier as well.
Please contact your admissions representative for more details regarding high school transfer credits.
Please be advised that a student's initial course placement in mathematics, science or composition may impact the timing of the completion of all dual admission prerequisites and major courses, and could result in the need to take summer courses.
Ready for the Next Step?
Here’s how to apply.
Dual Admission is just one of NSU’s distinctive Premier Programs. These programs are designed to help highly motivated students accelerate their success.
You can apply for just about any combination of the following Premier Programs:
- Dual Admission
- The Fischler Academy of Education
- Huizenga Business Innovation Academy
- Hochberg-Miniaci Razor’s Edge Scholars
You may apply for and be admitted into only one Dual Admission program for your first semester. Each program is unique and has its own eligibility requirements.
Apply for Undergraduate Admission
You can use the Shark Select Application or the Common App to apply to Nova Southeastern University.
Submit a Supplemental Application
Complete the supplemental Premier Programs application for fall entry.
Interview During Shark Preview
If you’re admitted to NSU and submit the supplemental application, you will be invited via email to choose which Shark Preview works for your schedule.
