Doctor of Audiology (AuD)

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 3.7 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, 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 $133 for the first program you apply to and $53 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 $85 for domestic students and a $95 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.

The AuD program is four years in length.   For most students, the first three years are spent in residence completing required coursework and clinical rotations and research.  When these requirements are met, students plan an externship for the fourth year in consultation with the Externship Coordinator.

Yes. Students with degrees in other disciplines are encouraged to apply.

No.  Currently our graduate clinical training programs do not qualify for the WRCP.

We encourage prospective domestic students to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and explore funding opportunities through the Graduate College. The department has limited tuition scholarships available, and all admitted applicants are considered for these awards.  In addition, some prospective domestic students, who have shown academic achievement despite facing challenging social, economic, or educational obstacles, may qualify for funding.

Values listed below are based on recent academic year (2021-2022).  Tuition and fees for the MS and AuD programs are based on registration for 9+ units per semester for academic year (Fall & Spring).  Note: This table does not include summer tuition (typically 2-3 units for MS and 0-3 units for AuD)

Please visit the University of Arizona tuition calculator.

0 - 3 units of clinic registration are required for students in the AuD program.   There is no tuition differential during the summer term for in-state and out-of-state students.  Rates listed below are for AY22-23.

*Registration varies for AuD students during the summer, but tuition rates are identical to the MS program.

Tuition calculator can be found here: University of Arizona tuition calculator. 

The Multicultural Bilingual Certificate has a fee of $500/per semester (maximum $1500).   This fee supports bilingual placements within the community.

There are a number additional expense that may apply during graduate training.  The most common of which are listed below:

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.

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.

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.   

No, all students begin their AuD program in August (fall semester).

No, our AuD program is a full-time program.

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. 

All AuD students are required to complete a wide variety of clinical placements and demonstrate proficiency in a number of specific skill areas.  During the first three years, students spend between 4 and 16 hours per week in clinical rotations.  All students spend time in our on-campus clinic and with our clinical faculty at Tucson Medical Center.  In addition, students do semester long rotations at various hospital, clinic, and private practice sites in Tucson with University Associated clinical faculty. By the end of the third year, students will have had practicum in most if not all clinical skill areas.  Fourth year externships are identified in collaboration with our externship coordinator either locally or across the USA.  In the past 10 years, all student have been placed in excellent clinical settings with a diversity of experiences.  Many have received stipends.

Yes, students begin clinical involvement during their first semester.  Formal supervised clinical rotations begin in the second semester.

There are many possibilities for externships and these are not restricted to Tucson.  We have placed students across the USA.

Yes, given Tucson’s diverse population, there are many clinical and research opportunities to develop your understanding of cultural diversity and bilingual speech-language pathology skills (particularly Spanish-English) in the UA program.   We also offer a formal Multicultural Bilingual Certificate program for students enrolled in the clinical graduate programs.  Students apply to the bilingual program after they are enrolled in a graduate program.  There is a $500/semester fee for this program.

Yes, all students are required to participate in a research project in an area of interest under the guidance of faculty that they choose during their program of study.  These projects are often done collaboratively with other AuD students and the time and work-effort commitment is typically significantly less that a traditional Master's thesis.

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