Program Details
- Next Start Date: August 31, 2026
- Est. Program Length: 4 Years
- Credit Hours: 120 (45 in Major)
- Course Length: 8 Weeks
- Cost Per Credit: $480
Program Overview
Take the first step toward a rewarding future by earning an online BS in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Aurora University. Gain knowledge and skills to help you become a speech language pathologist or audiologist who can transform lives through the treatment of communication-related disorders.
This flexible online program dives into topics in communication, speech, auditory processes, and more. Apply your skills in hands-on learning opportunities including play therapy, hearing screenings, and an internship.
Upon graduation, you may fulfill the academic requirements toward a Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) license in the state of Illinois, as well as toward American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) national SLPA certification. You’ll also prepare for a graduate program in audiology or speech language pathology.
Curriculum Overview
The online bachelor’s degree in communication sciences and disorders explores the science behind speech and hearing and examines interventions for various communication disorders.
Skills Gained in the BS in Communication Sciences and Disorders
The bachelor’s degree in communication sciences and disorders online equips you with the skills you need to evaluate and support individuals in clinical and educational settings. With this new expertise, you’ll be able to:
- Transcribe speech and language production
- Provide culturally and linguistically responsive assessment and intervention services to diverse populations
- Demonstrate effective oral communication skills to present disciplinary information accurately and clearly
- Apply critical thinking and analysis of scientific evidence to solve clinical problems related to prevention, assessment, and treatment
Why Choose AU?
At Aurora University, you’ll learn from practitioner-based faculty members who are focused on teaching an industry-aligned curriculum. Our online programs are designed for working professionals and built with maximum flexibility in mind, so you’ll have the support you need to balance your studies with your busy schedule. Imagine what you can accomplish at a university that offers:
- A full suite of Career Services and Resources.
- A student-first educational experience.
- Programs accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
- The personal attention and support you expect from a small college.
- No application fee.
Program Details
- Next Start Date:August 31, 2026
- Est. Program Length:4 Years
- Credit Hours:120 (45 in Major)
- Course Length:8 Weeks
- Cost Per Credit:$480
BS in Communication Sciences and Disorders Major Courses
- CSD1100 Introduction to Communication Sciences and Disorders – 4 hours
- CSD2100 Phonetics – 4 hours
- CSD3100 Speech Language Development – 4 hours
- CSD3250 Introduction to Audiology – 4 hours
- CSD3260 Aural Rehabilitation – 4 hours
- CSD3400 Anatomy and Physiology of Speech & Hearing – 4 hours
- CSD3410 Speech and Hearing Science – 4 hours
- CSD3940 Communication Science Disorders Internship – 1 hour
- BIO1210 and 1210Z General Biology I and General Biology I Laboratory – 4 hours
- CHM1310 and 1310Z General Chemistry I and General Chemistry I Laboratory – 4 hours
- PSY1100 General Psychology – 4 hours
- MTH2100 Statistics – 4 hours
Course details are based on information available at the time of publication. Specific program requirements are subject to change.
Note: Tuition and fees are subject to change without prior notice. Please contact the Office of Student Accounts for questions or information on current tuition, fees, room, board, and other rates.
- A completed undergraduate application
- Transcripts (official, sealed) from all previously attended colleges and universities showing a GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale
- For applicants without an earned associate degree and/or 60 hours of transfer credit: Proof of high school graduation or completed GED
- For applicants with fewer than 15 hours of transfer credit: An official high school transcript with a GPA of 2.5 and above and ACT/SAT scores
- Test-Optional Admission: Applicants with fewer than 15 hours of transfer credit who do not have ACT/SAT scores may choose to be reviewed as test-optional. Admission will be based on your high school academic record.
All AU students must have unrestricted access to a computer or mobile device with high-speed internet to participate in online courses. AU uses Brightspace to host its online classes. All students will be charged an $80 Technology Fee per semester, regardless of the number of credits taken.
Aurora University will accept up to 90 eligible transfer credits toward the online bachelor’s degree in communication sciences and disorders.
Online Bachelor of Science in Communication Sciences and Disorders Career Outcomes
The communication sciences and disorders degree is your first step toward a career as an audiologist or speech language pathologist. These professionals assess, diagnose, and treat communication and hearing disorders to help people speak, understand, and connect more fully with the world around them.
- Audiologist ($92,120/year1)
- Speech-Language Pathologist ($95,410/year2)
Sources
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Audiologists.” August 28, 2025. Retrieved March 5, 2026, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/healthcare/audiologists.htm.
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