Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Welcome to the Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

Provides an exceptional academic and clinical program in communication disorders to prepare you for professional practice in a dynamic and diverse society.

The speech-language pathology (SLP) program at Ithaca College blends the multifaceted worlds of health sciences, speech and hearing sciences, communication, and communication disorders. As an undergraduate, we focus on providing you with an excellent foundation in basic human communication processes, development, and disorders. You are also exposed to a broad-based experience in liberal arts and general education coursework to complement your discipline-specific learning. A hands-on capstone experience during the junior or senior year completes your undergraduate training. Work with clients on-campus at the Sir Alexander Ewing-Ithaca College Speech and Hearing Clinic or at an approved off-campus clinic site.

Two students dressed in dark sweaters are working with a client in a light sweater at a table. They are showing cards with pictures on them and asking the client to identify what is in the picture.

Discover the SLPA Edge

Exposure to a solid foundation in basic human communication processes, development, and disorders. Hands-on clinical practice with clients prior to graduation. Close connections with expert faculty to guide you in exploring research interests. Graduate well-prepared for further professional study.

Unique Experiences In and Out of the Classroom

Benefit from Hands-on Practice

Practice therapy services in the Sir Alexander Ewing Speech and Hearing Clinic.

Pursue Research Interests

See examples of collaborative presentations and publications between faculty and students.

Go Global

Take advantage of one of our short-term study away programs or spend an entire semester on a global experience.

Online Learning

Study from home nearly anywhere across the country and attend externships in your community with our online program option.

A student in a colorful shirt and glasses is sitting at a table with a young client. There are multi-colored cards spread out on the table in what looks like a game. The two are having a conversation

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Apply and Financial Aid

How to Apply

Take control of your future and apply for undergraduate admission to the SLPA program.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Understand undergraduate tuition costs and financial aid opportunities.

Accreditation

The master’s of science program in speech-language pathology at Ithaca College is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard #310, Rockville, Maryland 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.

Our current accreditation period extends through January 31, 2027.

All teacher education programs at Ithaca College are accredited by the Association for Advancing Quality in Educator Preparation (AAQEP)
Ithaca College is accredited by The Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Stay in touch once you graduate!

Stay connected as an alum about our program and upcoming events by submitting your information here.

Contact

For the Speech & Hearing Clinic, please call 607-274-3714, or email ewingclinic@ithaca.edu.

For information about our academic programs, please contact:

Lynne Hewitt, Chair
301 Smiddy Hall
Ithaca College • 953 Danby Road • Ithaca, NY 14850

lhewitt@ithaca.edu

(607) 274-1890

Strategic Plan 2026-2030

Department of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology

Strategic Plan 2026-2030: Executive Summary

I. Curriculum . By Spring 2028, the department will complete a review and updating of the electives in the undergraduate curriculum and neurogenic/medical SLP courses in the graduate curriculum.

II. Clinical education analysis. The department will complete a review with recommendations of residential clinical education, including offerings; community demand; staffing patterns; community-based experiences; interprofessional experiences; range of populations served including diversity, severity, ages. Based on data gathered, actionable steps will be identified.

III. Research opportunities. The department will offer increased opportunities and encouragement for students (graduate and upper-level undergrad) to engage in research & creative projects under faculty mentorship.

IV. Alumni networking to support students.The department will engage national, regional and local alumni and community stakeholders to create support networks and experiences for students. This could be through clinical placement pathways, class experiential activities/guest speakers, and/or community-engaged experiences.

V. Department level branding, marketing, and outreach . By Fall 2026, the department will enhance branding materials, working with dean’s staff as well as staff from College Marketing and Communications, to develop web pages, signage in the department, and handouts, emphasizing student, faculty and alumni accomplishments as well as key facts about the fields of SLP and Audiology.

VI. Departmental community development . The department will identify and implement community-building strategies, within all programs as well as connecting with other student communities, especially within the School of HSHP.

Strategic Plan SLPA 2026-2030