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Communication Disorders & Sciences

Begin your career as a speech-language pathologist or audiologist learning about speech, language, hearing and associated skill development and disorders in clinically-focused, hands-on classes. Our faculty provide applied learning opportunities based on their own clinical experiences working in hospitals, schools and private practice.

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Science in Communication Disorders & Sciences
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 59 in Major
Careers
Pathologists, Audiologists, Assistants
Communication Disorders & Sciences students at EIU

Why Study Communication Disorders & Sciences at EIU?

  • Gain clinical experience as an undergraduate student
  • Small class sizes for individualized attention
  • Strong mentoring relationships with professors
  • Early Admit and Direct Admit program options
  • High graduate school acceptance rate
"Choosing EIU as a future Speech-Language Pathologist was one of the best decisions I ever could have made. From study abroad experiences, to departmental RSOs, to community service opportunities, to faculty open door policies and support, I was pushed to grow immensely as a professional and as a person. The Communication Disorders & Sciences Department is a family, and made Eastern a true home away from home!"
Aubrey Burzynski
Communication Disorders & Sciences | Class of 2026

Hands-On Experience

  • Study abroad programs (including Jamaica)
  • Research projects and conference presentations
  • Mentor in the STEP program for college students with autism
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Hands-On Experience, Communication Disorders & Sciences students at EIU

What You'll Learn

The B.S. in Communication Disorders and Sciences gives you a clinically focused education for working with people who have communication disorders, including stuttering, swallowing, voice, language and hearing impairments.

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$60,473
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Speech-Language Pathologists
  • Audiologists
  • Speech-Language Pathology Assistants
  • Health Specialties Teachers,…

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly
Preparation Needed Extensive (5/5)
Personality Fit Social

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Nichole Mulvey
Chair, Communication Disorders & Sciences
namulvey@eiu.edu
2213 Human Services
217-581-7448
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Angela Anthony
Professor
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Human Services Center 2203
217-581-7445
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
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