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Many of the communication disorders courses and degrees found at larger universities, combined with Adelphi’s small classes and personalized learning.
Affording Adelphi
Discover the many ways that Adelphi can help you reach your career goals, while staying within your budget.
Smooth Path from Communication Sciences and Disorders BS to MS
Students earning their bachelor’s degree in communication disorders at Adelphi are automatically eligible for direct entry into our prestigious Master of Science program, with the certifications you need to practice speech-language pathology.
Whatever your educational goal–from a bachelor’s in Communication Sciences and Disorders to a Doctor of Audiology degree–Adelphi’s program prepares you for success in this exceptionally rewarding field.
You’ll enjoy all the opportunities, options and choices of study usually found at large universities, while benefiting from small classes, caring faculty, and Adelphi’s personalized approach to learning.
- On-campus community clinic
- Strong focus on equity and serving diverse populations
- Certifications needed to practice
- Access to numerous partner clinical sites, like pediatric hospitals and schools
- Multilingual, internationally known faculty
- Excellent track record for advanced degree admissions
- Strong local partnerships for employment and internship opportunities
- One of the first American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) accredited speech-language pathology and audiology programs in the greater NYC area
Hands-On Learning
Hands-on learning is crucial for the field of communication disorders. You will learn to apply classroom knowledge to real-world settings, giving you invaluable experience for your career in this rewarding field.
Hy Weinberg Center
Learn to provide speech, language, and hearing evaluations, and assist with therapy, at this non-profit Center located right on our Garden City Campus. You will work directly with diverse individuals of all ages, from children to older adults – gaining first-hand experience with all types of communication disorders.
Study Abroad
Gain a global perspective on communication disorders. See how different cultures address communication challenges, learn more about multilingual communications, and experience accessibility challenges faced by those in other countries. You will develop empathy, advocacy skills and cultural awareness.
As a bilingual Speech-Language Pathologist, I hope to impact culturally diverse communities by providing equitable services for all backgrounds, and across socioeconomic levels and linguistic backgrounds.
Carla Alvarez, MS ‘24
Speech-Language Pathology
Research: The Quest for New Knowledge
Adelphi offers exceptional opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and doctoral students to perform research related to communication sciences. Working alongside faculty, you can explore areas of interest; discover new techniques or treatments; and share your findings at our annual Conference. Your research will help empower individuals with speech, language and hearing disorders and their families.
Awards & Recognition
100%
of our AuD students passed their Praxis exams.
* Long Island Doctor of Audiology Consortium: Student Outcome Data
Outcome Data
U.S. News & World Report: Best Value Schools
Adelphi University is recognized for providing high-quality education at an affordable cost, ensuring students receive exceptional value for their investment.
Awards & Rankings
Wall Street Journal/College Pulse
Adelphi is the highest-ranked university on Long Island in the 2025 Wall Street Journal/College Pulse Best Colleges. It also ranks #7 in New York, with outstanding scores for student outcomes including graduation rate and salary impact.
Ranked one of the best
Colleges of Distinction: Equity & Inclusion
Adelphi has been honored for initiatives to become an increasingly welcoming, inclusive community for students and faculty.
Top Ranked in Equity & Inclusion
NSSLHA
The National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) has awarded the NSSLHA Chapter at Adelphi University with 2022 Gold Chapter Honors.
About NSSLHA
Abound
Adelphi has been recognized among the nation’s top professional graduate degree programs by Abound: Grad School for providing affordable and flexible options, accessibility to professors and campus support services, opportunities to accelerate graduation, and prep for sustained career growth.
A Top Grad School
Princeton Review
The Princeton Review has ranked Adelphi University among the Best Northeastern Colleges based on academic offerings and career preparation for students, campus policies, initiatives and activities.
Best Northeastern College
Colleges of Distinction: Career Development
Adelphi University has been recognized as a Career Development college for the exceptional way in which our institution is equipping students with the skills to succeed in their lifelong career journey.
Expert Career Guidance
Fostering a Culture of Inclusion in Communication Sciences and Disorders
Our department has a strong focus on equity and diverse populations. We believe the ability to communicate is a critical part of well-being for all the individuals we serve, irrespective of age, racial and ethnic origin, gender identity, neurodiversity, or other identified difference. In addition, we strongly believe in bringing in more multicultural individuals into the profession. As a result, our graduates are culturally competent and socially aware.
Launch Your Career in Communication Sciences and Disorders
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