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    Communication Sciences and Disorders (MS)

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    Honolulu, USMSIn-person2 years
    $69,100.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    17%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    13
    Cohort
    students
    74
    Credits

    Communication Sciences and Disorders (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is a 74-credit, 2-year, in-person MS program based in Honolulu, US. Tuition is $69,100.

    About the program

    Master of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders with emphasis in speech-language pathology, covering assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders across the lifespan. Includes supervised clinical practicum (minimum 400 hours) and research via thesis (Plan A) or directed project (Plan B).

    Focus: both
    US News #139 (Speech-Language Pathology)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min Desirable GRE minima are 146 on the verbal and quantitative subtests and 3.5 on the written examination. For scores below these minima, there should be evidence of compensatory strengths elsewhere in the applicant’s packet.
    V 146 · Q 146
    TOEFL
    required
    Min a score of 600 or better on the paper-based TOEFL, a score of 250 or better on the computer-based TOEFL, or a score of 100 or better on the internet-based TOEFL
    IELTS
    optional

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $25,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Communication Sciences and Disorders (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Communication Sciences and Disorders (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is $69,100 across 74 required credits.
    Is Communication Sciences and Disorders (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa online or in-person?
    Communication Sciences and Disorders (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is offered in-person.
    How long does Communication Sciences and Disorders (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa take to complete?
    Communication Sciences and Disorders (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa is structured around 2 years and 74 credits.
    What GPA is required for Communication Sciences and Disorders (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa?
    Per the program's published guidance: overall minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 1.0-4.0 scale
    How competitive is Communication Sciences and Disorders (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa?
    Communication Sciences and Disorders (MS) at University of Hawaii at Manoa reports an acceptance rate of approximately 17%.