Audiology, Au.D.

This graduate clinical audiology program is a four-year post-baccalaureate program of study that prepares students for entry-level practice in the profession of audiology, including qualifying for licensure in audiology as awarded by the Virginia Board of Audiology and Speech Pathology.

Graduates are also eligible for certification in audiology granted by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) unless the student opts out. Students admitted to this program are matriculated into a focused curriculum developed to prepare doctoral-level practitioners. Students admitted to the Doctor of Audiology program who already hold a master’s degree in audiology will complete an individualized program of study.

Admission Requirements

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum 3.25 grade point average in major course work.
• Successful completion of any undergraduate prerequisite courses.
• General GRE scores (verbal, quantitative and writing).
• Personal written statement regarding career goals, reasons for pursuing a doctoral degree, and areas of clinical and/or research interest.
• Professional vita or resume, including names and contact details of three individuals willing to serve as references.
• Personal interview, if invited.