Pepperdine University Opens Applications for Online Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology
Cohorts start three times per year: January, May, and August.
MALIBU, Calif. – Pepperdine University’s College of Health Science is now accepting applications for its online Master of Science in Speech-Language
Pathology (MS-SLP) program. The MS-SLP program aims to equip students with the knowledge
and skills needed to become compassionate and effective speech-language pathologists.
“Our program reflects Pepperdine’s dedication to academic excellence and serving others,” said Dr. Michael Feltner, founding dean of the College of Health Science. “As a Christian university committed to academic excellence, Pepperdine is well positioned to deliver exceptional educational opportunities for speech-language pathology students who want to pursue lives of purpose, service, and leadership.”
The MS-SLP program has flexible learning options. Students can choose full-time or part-time schedules with weekly online classes and three in-person experiences at Pepperdine’s Calabasas campus. Students will complete over 400 supervised clinical hours in pediatric and adult care settings, gaining hands-on experience preparing students to sit for the Praxis Exam and licensure in Speech-Language Pathology.
Pepperdine’s curriculum emphasizes holistic care while addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients. Students in the program will benefit from close mentorship by experienced faculty who bring a wealth of clinical and research expertise.
Dr. Leah Fullman, the inaugural dean of the School of Speech-Language Pathology comes to Pepperdine with a depth of experience as a clinician, researcher, and academician. Fullman highlights the program’s mission: “We aim to develop speech-language pathologists who lead with empathy and make a meaningful difference in the lives of their patients.”
Applications are now open. No GRE is required for admission. Students from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. For more information about the online Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program and application details, visit Pepperdine University's website.
The Master of Science (MS) education program in speech-language pathology (distance education) at Pepperdine University is an Applicant for Candidacy by the Council on Academic Accreditation (CAA) in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700. The University's accreditation application will be considered at the February 2025 CAA/ASHA meeting. Pepperdine expects to be granted accreditation in order to begin classes in August, 2025. Pepperdine's MS-SLP program has been approved for operation by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Senior College & University Commission (WSCUC)
About Pepperdine University
Founded in 1937, Pepperdine University is an independent, Christian university located
30 miles west of Downtown Los Angeles in scenic Malibu, California. The University
enrolls approximately 10,300 students across its flagship liberal arts school, Seaver College; the College of Health Science, and four graduate schools—the Caruso School of Law; the Graziadio Business School; the Graduate School of Education and Psychology; and the School of Public Policy. Pepperdine is committed to the highest standards of academic excellence and Christian
values, where students are strengthened for lives of purpose, service, and leadership.
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