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Treat Communication Disorders
The Speech Pathology and Audiology, B.S. at Miami University prepares students for admission to professional graduate programs in speech-language pathology and audiology. This comprehensive undergraduate program combines foundational coursework in communication sciences with hands-on clinical learning experiences. Students gain practical skills in identifying, evaluating, and understanding communication disorders in patients across the lifespan, from children to older adults, and learn how treatment plans are developed to address speech, language, hearing, and balance disorders. Graduates are well prepared for advanced study and clinical training in high-demand healthcare fields.
The Bachelor of Science degree also provides strong preparation for careers in allied health, education, human services, life sciences, social sciences, and public health. Students develop transferable skills in assessment, critical thinking, data analysis, and patient-centered communication that support a wide range of professional paths. Alumni pursue careers as speech-language pathologists, audiologists, physician assistants, public health professionals, social workers, nurses, recreational therapists, and entrepreneurs. Speech-language pathologists evaluate, treat, prevent, and research communication disorders, while audiologists assess and manage disorders related to hearing and balance—making this degree an excellent foundation for impactful careers in healthcare and community services.
Curriculum and Courses
In addition to preparing you for graduate school in speech-language pathology or audiology, the courses you choose will give you a solid foundation to become skilled, compassionate leaders and team players in other exciting careers. Previous graduates have pursued rewarding careers in nursing, politics, public health, research, and recreational therapy. Below are several of the courses listed in the curriculum.
- SPA 127 Introduction to Communication Disorders
- SPA 222 Anatomy and Physiology Speech Production
- SPA 316 Introduction to Audiology
- SPA 334 Clinical Phonetics and Articulation Disorders
- SPA 402 Clinical Phonetics and Articulation Disorders
- PSY 111 Introduction to Psychology
Speech Pathology and Audiology, B.S. Learning Outcomes
- Students will demonstrate knowledge of basic human neurological, physiological, cognitive, and communicative development across the life span.
- Students will identify key anatomical structures and explain physiological processes related to human communication disorders and differences.
- Students will describe social-emotional as well as cultural impacts on communication differences and disorders.
- Students will demonstrate writing competency through professional clinical reports and research papers.
Through my involvement in the research process, I have gained so much knowledge that will help me in graduate school and in clinical settings. I am grateful for the many opportunities to push myself to do things I did not realize I was capable of as an undergraduate student
Elise Bossenbroek ’24
Research Opportunities
Both undergraduate and graduate students take advantage of the clinical and medical expertise of department faculty for guidance on current and potential intervention and assessment approaches in speech and hearing.
The Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology offers numerous opportunities in basic and applied clinical research. Over the past three years, SPA faculty have secured more than $1.3 million in federal research funding. Research draws from physics, biology, engineering, psychology, linguistics, medicine, and philosophy.
Current research projects exist in:
- Voice
- Dysphagia
- Neurocognitive communication
- Social communication
- Autism
- Language disorders/literacy
Every year, both Undergraduate Summer Scholar students and Dean’s Scholar students work with faculty on various projects in their labs.
Miami University Speech and Hearing Clinic
Housed within the Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology, the clinic serves the speech, language, and hearing needs of individuals within the university and the southwest Ohio community by enhancing the quality of their communication skills.
Clinical faculty are committed to:
- Providing cost-effective services that meet the unique needs of all individuals and their families
- Promoting excellence in clinical training of future speech-language-hearing professionals
Both undergraduate and graduate students benefit from their direct involvement with patients in the clinic.
Careers in Speech Pathology and Audiology
After completing the broad curriculum that spans topics in anatomy, acoustics, physiology, and language, as well as clinical experience, students are prepared to apply for graduate education programs in speech-language pathology or audiology
A Masters degree is required to become a licensed and certified speech pathologist. A clinical doctorate (Doctor of Audiology) is required to become a licensed and certified audiologist.
Facts and Stats
Your college experience here will be one of the most exciting times of your life. To make sure of this, we’ll provide you with a powerful support system.
of first-year students return for their second year
Miami University Data
in Ohio and No. 26 nationally among public research universities for 4-year graduation rate
IPEDS Data
Public university in the U.S. for long-term career success
LinkedIn Best Colleges 2025
Admission and Aid
Explore what it means to be a college student at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, where students prepare to go anywhere and everywhere. We’ll be here to help every step of the way as you prepare for college admission, enrollment, and success.
Contact Us
Undergraduate Admission
513-529-2531
[email protected]
Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology
Amber Franklin, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Associate Professor and Lead Departmental Advisor
Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology
2101 Clinical Health Sciences Building
421 S. Campus Ave., Oxford, OH 45056
[email protected]
513-529-2507