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Communication Disorders Major
Prepare for a fulfilling career making a difference in the lives of children and adults with communication disorders.
Why Earn a Degree in Communication Disorders?
Gain pre-professional training in speech-language and hearing disorders with our communication sciences and disorders major. While most students go on to earn a graduate degree and become speech-language pathologists or audiologists, others pursue careers in education or special education, linguistics, science, healthcare, or administration.
Why Major in Communication Disorders at Adelphi?
- Benefit from hands-on experience in clinical practice and research at the on-site Hy Weinberg Center for Communication Disorders, something few other universities offer.
- Receive personal attention from distinguished faculty, who are relentlessly dedicated to supporting student success.
- Join a thriving on-campus community of like-minded individuals with countless opportunities for professional development, networking and community service.
- A smooth path from Adelphi’s bachelor’s in communication disorders degree for eligible students to our MS in communication disorders: speech-language pathology program, including the certifications you need to practice.
What Can You Do with a Degree in Communication Disorders?
Most BS in communication sciences and disorders students go on to earn a graduate degree and become speech-language pathologists or audiologists. Others pursue careers in education or special education, linguistics, science, healthcare or administration.
$82,539*
* based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey & NACE First Destination Survey, Class of 2023
the average annual salary of our 2023 baccalaureate graduates—that’s 30% higher than the national average
based on Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey & NACE First Destination Survey, Class of 2023
Adelphi’s National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) chapter has given me some of the best connections I have made in my undergraduate career. It offers social, fundraising and leadership-based activities that helped me grow along with my classmates.
Degree in Communication Disorders Certification Information
Our communication disorders major provides the opportunity to work toward one or more of the following certifications to expand your career opportunities:
- American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
- New York state license to practice speech-language pathology or audiology in New York
- Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD) —also offering bilingual option
Exceptional Hands-On Learning
Develop your clinical skills at the Hy Weinberg Center for Communication Disorders, a full-service speech and hearing center for individuals of all ages, abilities and ethnicities. Here you will have the opportunity to get real world experience with your speech language pathology degree, while observing and working with clients diagnosed with aphasia, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, delayed language development, autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, articulation disorders and more.
Adelphi students work with children with speech or language difficulties.
Our Research Labs
Communication disorders majors are encouraged to participate in ongoing research projects in one of our seven research labs focused on speech-language pathology and communication disorders.
BS in Communication Disorders Program Info
Courses & Requirements
Application Requirements
To apply for our degree in speech-language pathology program, submit the appropriate application requirements:
Transformative Educational Opportunities
All communication disorders major undergraduate students have the opportunity to apply for the following programs to expand their educational landscape:
- The Honors College – fostering intellectual perspectives and critical skills
- Levermore Global Scholars – preparing students to become global thinkers and leaders
- Study Abroad – providing opportunities to experience another culture and see the world from a new perspective
Awards & Recognition
NSSLHA
The National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA) has awarded the NSSLHA Chapter at Adelphi University with 2022 Gold Chapter Honors.
About NSSLHA
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
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
U.S. News & World Report
Adelphi University has been named a Best College among National Universities for seven consecutive years. Adelphi remains the top-ranked private university on Long Island.
A Best College
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
Location
Nexus Building First Floor
Hours
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