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The M.C.D. is nearly identical to the traditional, on-campus M.S.P. degree, with two exceptions: 1) courses are offered on a part-time basis, and 2) courses are presented through a variety of multimedia formats, including videotape, DVD, interactive video, and Web-based instruction (online chat rooms, bulletin boards, etc.). The curriculum leading to the M.C.D. degree is fairly rigid and requires that students take academic courses (as specified by the curriculum) each fall and spring semester and participate in a clinical practicum during the summer. The curriculum consists of five principal areas of study: courses related to the normal development and use of speech, language, and hearing; courses that provide information and training in speech-language pathology; courses that provide information and training in audiology; clinical practice; and research.

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to graduate study in the M.C.D. program, the applicant must meet the requirements of both The Graduate School and the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders. Applicants should have a broad educational background including physical, social, and behavioral science courses. The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association requires that applicants have, as a part of their undergraduate preparation, a minimum of three credit hours of course work in each of the following areas: biological science, physical science, and mathematics. An additional six credit hours are required in behavioral anr/or social sciences. Intellectual and academic maturity, emotional stability, and capacity to work with people are essential personal qualifications. Applicants must furnsh three letters of recommendation (preferably from three former professors) regarding the applicant’s academic and intellectual abilities, character, and potential for success in the field of speech-language pathology. Official transcripts from all schools attended must be submitted, and GRE scores are required for admission to the M.C.D. program.

Questions concerning admission to the M.C.D. program may be directed to Teresa Boyett, graduate admissions counselor, by calling 803-777-3080 or e-mailing her at tboyett@sc.edu. Alternatively, the application for admission may be downloaded by going to www.gradschool.sc.edu and clicking on “Admission Application.” Questions about the program itself may be directed to Crystal Murphree-Holden at 803-777-1170 or cmholden@sc.edu.

Tuition

Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice and vary for different programs. Certified and cooperating teachers are eligible for reduced tuition rates. Current tuition and fee information is available from the Office of the Bursar.