Why earn your master's degree in speech-language pathology at Missouri State?
![A speech-language pathologist demonstrates how to do a throat scope on a patient.](/CSD/_Files/SLP-highlights-20230321-7836.jpg)
- Be primed for success – Our graduates achieve nearly 100% pass rates for the Praxis exam and are employed nationwide.
- Enjoy quality and affordability – Join a cost-effective program that teaches you the dynamics of being an SLP.
- Enhance your marketability – Have externships with people from across the lifespan. Train around the nation. Gain experience in multiple work settings.
- Receive the best training – Your instructors are certified SLPs. You’ll have access to great equipment and facilities.
What sets us apart: Results
By studying speech-language pathology at Missouri State, you’re set up for success.
Pass rate
100%
Average three-year pass rate on the SLP Praxis exam for MSU students.
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Employment rate
98.8%
Average three-year employment rate for graduates of the SLP program at MSU.
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Pay
$80,000
Average annual salary for speech-language pathologists.
Source: ASHA salary trends (.pdf)
SLP degree: Review your path to take
There are two pathways for earning your degree.
While it helps to have a bachelor's degree in communication sciences and disorders (CSD), many of our students come from other areas: pre-med, education and more.
![A speech-language therapy student reads to two young children during UJIMA Literacy night in Springfield.](/CSD/_Files/SLP-2year-20779-8727.jpg)
Sample schedule
Earn your SLP degree in two years if you have a bachelor's degree in communication
sciences and disorders (CSD).
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Become qualified for SLP
Is your bachelor's degree not in communication sciences and disorders? Take this alternative route to become qualified
for SLP graduate programs.
Alumni Spotlight
On a mission
Brooke Beilman knew she wanted to pursue speech-language pathology from a young age,
and she took it personally.
![Brooke Beilman wearing her medical scrubs](/CSD/_Files/Brooke-Beilman-SLP.jpg)
![A speech therapy student sits at a table across from a young child during a therapy session.](/CSD/_Files/SLPCareers-tout-18911_5337.jpg)
Careers and outcomes
Play a pivotal role in helping people build stronger connections.