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Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology

The ability to communicate is at the root of our humanity. Prepare to help children and adults overcome a host of communication challenges in LVC’s post-baccalaureate Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program.

Classes and guaranteed clinical experiences provide tools to prevent, assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication, cognitive communication, and swallowing disorders in children and adults.

Next start date: August 2026 (Fall 1 term)

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Through coursework and clinical practicum in our CAA-accredited M.S. in speech-language pathology program, you’ll gain the skills to help individuals with communication challenges associated with autism, Alzheimer’s disease, swallowing disorders, and brain injuries build—or rebuild—the ability to communicate. You’ll cover caseload management, autism, several disorders, and more. Speech-language pathology is an in-demand health profession—you are needed.

You can complete your Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology in two years with 15-week fall and spring courses and seven-week summer courses.

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68
credits
$38,160
full-time tuition and fees for 2025–26
In-person
courses and clinical experiences
2 years
to completion
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The M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology Experience

Connections That Count

You’ll complete two off-campus internships: One in an educational setting and another in a healthcare setting. You’ll work with ASHA-certified speech-language pathologists in both settings as you develop vital clinical skills via practicum experiences.

Serving Our Neighbors

Our on-campus Center for Speech, Language, and Hearing Disorders provides free treatment for children and adults—and invaluable experience for graduate students. While pursuing your master’s in speech-language pathology, you will evaluate and treat patients under the supervision of an ASHA-certified audiologist and speech-language pathologist. You’ll design treatment plans, use diagnostic tools, and work directly with clients.

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Opportunities

Demand is soaring for speech-language pathologists, who are being called to serve more patients across every age group. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates jobs in this field to grow much faster than other careers and reports an annual median income of $89,290. Our active alumni network and faculty will connect you with opportunities in an array of settings, including:

  • Residential Care
  • Early Intervention
  • Elder Care
  • Community Clinics
  • Home Health Care
  • Research Institutions
  • Hearing Aid and Cochlear Implant Centers
  • K–12 Schools
  • Private Practice
  • Hospital Systems
  • Rehabilitation
  • Universities
  • Government Agencies
  • Military Health Services
Interested in a Graduate Fellowship?

Are you seeking experience while receiving a 25% tuition reduction during your first graduate year? If so, consider applying to the competitive M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology Graduate Fellowship program.

Fellows are paired with a Lebanon Valley College mentor who guides them through the required course/lab assistance, teaching, or research. The program director, fellow, and mentor develop a plan that meets the student’s needs and career aspirations. No student follows the same path.

If interested, you can apply for the fellowship as part of the speech-language pathology program application process. To learn more, please contact Dr. Michelle Scesa or email Graduate Admission.

Receive Loan Repayment

Lebanon Valley College students in select health professions programs, including Speech-Language Pathology, may be eligible to receive significant loan repayment from their future employer through the Scholars Network program.

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Faculty Spotlight
Dr. Jennifer Ferry
Jennifer Ferry

Associate Professor of Speech-Language Pathology

ferry@lvc.edu

717-867-6712

Heilman 114 B
Dr. Helga McCullough
Helga McCullough

Associate Professor of Speech-Language Pathology

mccullou@lvc.edu

717-867-6711

Heilman 114 D
Mindy Nguyen
Mindy Nguyen

Director of Clinical Education

Clinical Assistant Professor of Speech Language Pathology

nguyen@lvc.edu

717-867-6704

SLP Clinic Suite 113
Dr. Michelle Scesa
Michelle Scesa

Chair and Associate Professor of Communication Sciences & Disorders and Speech-Language

scesa@lvc.edu

717-867-6710

Heilman 114-E
Kelly Shenk
Kelly Shenk

Clinical Assistant Professor of Speech-Language Pathology

Coordinator of Advanced Clinical Placements

shenk@lvc.edu

717-867-6705
Cheryl Smith
Cheryl Smith

Clinical Assistant Professor of Speech-Language Pathology

External Site Coordinator

chsmith@lvc.edu

717-867-6707

Heilman 114 C
Leanne Snyder
Leanne Snyder

Clinical Assistant Professor of Speech-Language Pathology

Clinical Education Coordinator

lesnyder@lvc.edu

717-867-6703

In Their Words

Dedicated Faculty
Dr. Scesa was a phenomenal mentor. She’s had a vision for this program from the start. She’s a great resource, as were my other professors. And she guided me from day one.
Kelsey Bouder ’21, M’22, Speech Language Pathologist Lebanon School District; SLP, Goepfert Speech Associates LLC (part-time)
Meeting a Need
There’s a great need for speech-language pathologists in school and medical settings because the caseloads are so high. Part of it is the growing elderly population that needs services after strokes. And in schools, more children are being diagnosed with language disorders and autism.
Dr. Michelle Scesa, Chair and Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology
Dr. Scesa was a phenomenal mentor. She’s had a vision for this program from the start. She’s a great resource, as were my other professors. And she guided me from day one.
Kelsey Bouder ’21, M’22, Speech Language Pathologist Lebanon School District; SLP, Goepfert Speech Associates LLC (part-time)
There’s a great need for speech-language pathologists in school and medical settings because the caseloads are so high. Part of it is the growing elderly population that needs services after strokes. And in schools, more children are being diagnosed with language disorders and autism.
Dr. Michelle Scesa, Chair and Assistant Professor of Communication Sciences Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology

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The master’s degree (M.S.) education program in speech-language pathology (residential) at Lebanon Valley College 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.

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