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Yes, applicants to the Doctor of Audiology program must pay an application fee to both CSDCAS and the University of Arizona GradApp.
The Communication Sciences and Disorders Centralized Application Service (CSDCAS) program fee is $139 for the first program you apply to and $56 for each additional program. CSDCAS offers income-based application fee waivers, as well as waivers for McNair Scholars. More information about the CSDCAS application fee and fee waivers can be found here.
The University of Arizona GradApp application fee is $90 for domestic students and a $90 for international students. More information about the GradApp application fees can be found here. UA Graduate College Application fee waivers are available for students from specific sponsored programs. A list of the sponsored programs can be found here.
Please see information about the application process located here: https://slhs.arizona.edu/detailed-application-information-ms-aud
The typical successful applicant has a GPA of 3.6 or better on the last 60 units. The typical successful applicant also demonstrates participation in a research laboratory, volunteerism, and/or a solid work history, and has strong letters of recommendation. Note that these are not criteria for admission, just descriptions of the types of students admitted to our program in recent years.
A faculty committee rates applicants on several variables including GPA (4-year and last 60 units), personal statement, extracurricular activities, and letters of recommendation. Applicants are ranked according to their summed rating score and acceptance into the program is based on these rankings.
Yes. Students with degrees in other disciplines are encouraged to apply.
We require three letters of recommendation. At least two of those should come from academic faculty members (preferably all three). The request for letters of application can be sent anytime after you have started the application, it is a good idea to send these early.
No, all applications submitted by the deadline (February 1st) will be considered equally.
No. ALL materials must be received by February 1st for your application to be considered. This includes your online application forms, resume, unofficial transcripts, and letters of recommendation.
English proficiency is one of the conditions for admission to the UA Graduate College for all applicants whose native language is not English. Applicants must submit a minimum TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 550 paper based (PB), 79 internet based (iBT), or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) composite score of 7 (no subject area below a 6).
To be admitted into our clinical AuD program, and particularly to perform successfully in the clinic, a student also needs to meet our technical standards, one of which is highlighted below:
Students must be able to communicate effectively and sensitively with patients and colleagues; comprehend technical, procedural and professional materials; and follow instructions. Students' speech and English language skill should be such that colleagues and clients readily understand them. Finally, students must be able to prepare clinical reports and notes in a clear, logical and professional manner.
A minimum of even high score on the TOEFL and IELTS does not in and of itself guarantee meeting this standard. Non-native English speakers are strongly encouraged to request an interveiw in person or my phone to help make this determination prior to accepting an offer of admission.
We do not ask about disability prior to admission, nor is information about disability considered in the admission process. To be admitted into our AuD program, a student needs to meet our technical standards. These standards relate to observation, communication, motor, and intellectual skills. If accomodation is needed to meet these standards, students are directed to the University's Disability Resource Center for determination and coordination of appropriate accomodations.
Yes! The best time to visit the department is on the designated prospective student visit days (please see the Events section for details). On these days you will meet academic faculty, clinical faculty, and current students and you will tour the Clinic and research laboratories.
If you have more questions, please feel free to send them to slhs_app@email.arizona.edu or call 520-621-1192.
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