Communication Sciences & Disorders
The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders prepares the next generation of clinicians and researchers who improve how people connect, learn and thrive.
From speech and language to hearing and literacy, we train master’s students for clinical
practice and support doctoral students advancing scholarship that drives the field
forward.
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Degree Programs
Discovery and Innovation
Our researchers are advancing discovery across communication sciences and disorders to improve diagnosis, intervention and quality of life.
Explore Department Research
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College to Career Alumni Spotlight: Dara Thompson
We asked Arnold School alumni why they chose the Arnold School, the mentors who influenced their journeys and how their degrees prepared them for their next steps. Meet Dara Thompson!
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Researchers launch literacy assessment tool
Thanks to the efforts of Kenn Apel and Victoria Henbest, USC and FSU are making the Morphological Awareness Test for Reading and Spelling (MATRS) available to researchers and practitioners.
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Student balances work, family, graduate school
Eandra Goldsmith had to consider factors such as proximity, family responsibilities, fulltime work, and cost. COMD's distance education program offered the perfect fit for balancing her life.
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Top Ranked SLP Program
Our Speech-Language Pathology Program has been ranked #27 in the country! Up from #28 in 2025, we continue to offer an outstanding education to students and remain committed to innovation in learning, research and community engagement.
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BY THE NUMBERS
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#1
Speech Language Pathology Program in SC
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25
Faculty and Staff
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$7.1 Million
Extramural Support in 2024-2025
