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Doctor of Audiology

 



The Doctor of Audiology (AuD) program at Â鶹Ïà¹Ø±¨µÀprepares students for professional clinical audiology careers and certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), as well as for further graduate study leading to a PhD. Our comprehensive curriculum includes foundational science courses and specialized training in assessment, intervention, and prevention techniques for hearing and balance disorders across all ages.

Students gain hands-on experience through clinical practicums at the Â鶹Ïà¹Ø±¨µÀSpeech and Hearing Center and various community sites, including private practices, hospitals, and schools. The program spans 9 semesters, including three semesters of a full-time clinical externship, meeting the requirements for national certification (CCC-A) and Alabama State Licensure. Competitive Graduate Assistantships are available annually. 

Applications are accepted after August 1, with enrollment beginning in the Summer Semester. The preferred deadline for receipt of application materials is December 15, but applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Decisions are made as complete applications are received.

Why Choose Our Program?

  • Accelerated Completion: Earn your degree in three years without compromising the quality of academic and clinical training, allowing you to save on tuition and living expenses while starting your career sooner.
  • Comprehensive Academic and Clinical Training: Gain expertise in both foundational and specialized areas, including vestibular assessment & treatments, electrophysiological measures (e.g., ABR, ECochG, ASSR), cochlear implants, and central auditory processing disorders.
  • Diverse Clinical Placements: Experience a variety of clinical settings, including an in-house speech and hearing clinic, hospitals, private practice, and ENT clinics to prepare for a versatile career.
  • Supportive Learning Environment: Receive mentorship and support from experienced faculty.
  • Beautiful Facilities with State-of-the-Art Equipment: Train in modern facilities equipped with the latest technology, ensuring you have the best resources for your education. We have multiple designated student work areas and spaces.

Join us and embark on a fulfilling career in audiology, making a difference in the lives of individuals with hearing and balance disorders.

 

â–¼   Application Information
Applications to the Doctor of Audiology (AuD) program requires four steps:
  1. Complete the application process online through the Council of Academic Programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders Centralized Application Service for Clinical Education in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology (CSDCAS). The preferred deadline for receipt of application materials is December 15; however, applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling timeline to begin the program in the Summer semester.  Applicants are responsible for verifying that all reference forms and official transcripts have been received by CSDCAS.

     

  2. Applicants can choose to submit their official Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score to increase the competitiveness of their application, including a score for the Analytical Writing section. Submitted GRE scores should have been taken within 5 years of the application date. Send your GRE scores from ETS to Department code 2691.

  3. Submit $75.00 administration fee directly to the Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology. Applications will not be reviewed until the application fee has been received.

     

  4. After you have been accepted into the graduate program, submit the $250 nonrefundable matriculation fee directly to the Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology using the link provided in your acceptance letter. Submission of this fee will reserve your seat in the class and must be paid on or before April 15.  Upon matriculation into the program, this fee will be applied to your first semester tuition.

     

â–¼   Degree Requirements and Course Descriptions

Please see the Â鶹Ïà¹Ø±¨µÀBulletin for the Degree Requirements and the Course Descriptions.

 

 

â–¼   Model Curriculum

Please see the .pdf below for the Model Curriculum.

â–¼   MSSLP and AuD Student Outcomes Data

Praxis Exam pass rate and the on-time and overall program completion rate outcomes for MS SLP and AuD graduates for the past 5 academic years are presented below. 

Student Achievement Data

On-time Program Completion Rates

Reporting
Period
(Academic Year)
Speech Language Pathology Audiology
# Completed
within Expected
Tmeframe
% Completed
within Expected
Timeframe
# Completed
within Expected
Timeframe
% Completed
within Expected
Timeframe
2022-2023 23 96% 11 100%
2021-2022 25 100% 10 100%
2020-2021 24 96% 9 100%
2019-2020 25 100% 9 100%
2018-2019 26 100% 11 100%
2017-2018 21 95% 11 100%

 

Praxis Pass Rates

Reporting
Period
(Academic Year)
Speech Language Pathology Audiology
# Taking
the Exam
# Passed
the Exam
% Passed
Exam Rate
# Taking
the Exam
# Passed
the Exam
% Passed
Exam Rate
2022-2023 24 24 100% 11 11 100%
2021-2022 25 25 100% 10 10 100%
2020-2021 24 24 100% 9 9 100%
2019-2020 25 25 100% 9 9 100%
2018-2019 26 26 100% 11 11 100%
2017-2018 21 21 100% 11 11 100%
â–¼   Accreditation

The Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) education program in audiology {residential} at the Â鶹Ïà¹Ø±¨µÀ is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, (800) 498-2071 or (301) 296-5700.

â–¼   Licensure

The AuD program meets the requirements for licensure in Alabama. We have not made a determination regarding whether the program meets licensure requirements in other states.