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Communication Disorders & Sciences

Many professionals in healthcare, education, psychology, and human services work with individuals with communication disorders. A minor in CDS builds a foundational understanding of communication challenges that will enhance future professional success.

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Degree Level
Minor
Delivery
In Person
Credit Hours
18 Total
Careers
Pathologists, Audiologists

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
"I chose to attend EIU based on the structure of the Communication Disorders & Sciences graduate program. I value and am very much looking forward to two full semesters of internships. I also chose to attend EIU based on my interactions with faculty on campus."
Emmerynn Wheelan
Class of 2026, Communication Disorders & Sciences major
Emmerynn Wheelan, Communication Disorders & Sciences at EIU

Hands-On Experience

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

What You'll Learn

A minor in Communication Disorders and Sciences prepares professionals in related fields with foundational understanding of speech and language development. If you are considering a degree in healthcare, education, psychology, or human services, a CDS minor gives you an opportunity to understand individiual communication needs of future clients, students, and/or families.

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$96,825
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Speech-Language Pathologists
  • Audiologists

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
217-581-2712
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Jill Rennels-Hutti
Interim Dean, College of Education, Health & Human Services
jrrennelshutti@eiu.edu
1423
217-581-6348
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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