I chose Marywood because of their 5-year speech-language pathology program. I enjoy working one on one with clients and learning how to apply the feedback I receive from su...
Imagine a career where every word you help someone speak and every connection you help them build changes lives. At Marywood University in Scranton, Pennsylvania, our Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) program prepares you to make that impact. Through cutting-edge coursework, real-world clinical experiences, and a supportive learning environment, you'll gain the skills and confidence to help children and adults overcome communication challenges.
Whether you’re just starting your academic journey or looking to advance your career, we offer flexible paths to become a certified speech-language pathologist. For those who already hold a bachelor’s degree, our traditional two-year Master’s program provides a direct route to certification. Even if your undergraduate degree is in an unrelated field, you can complete prerequisite courses before beginning graduate-level coursework.
Students in Marywood’s Communication Sciences and Disorders program gain valuable hands-on experience through direct clinical practice on campus. By working in the Speech, Language and Audiology Clinic they apply classroom knowledge by assessing and treating clients with communication disorders, collaborating with faculty clinicians, and developing practical skills essential for future careers in speech-language pathology and audiology. This immersive experience ensures students are well-prepared to make an impact in real-world clinical settings.
Marywood is ranked #14 Best Value School by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges rankings for 2026, making Marywood a great, centrally located option for students in Northeastern Pennsylvania who want to stay closer to home.
11:1 faculty-student ratio with personalized attention from highly credentialed faculty for each student.
I chose Marywood because of their 5-year speech-language pathology program. I enjoy working one on one with clients and learning how to apply the feedback I receive from su...
Explore the vibrant community and endless opportunities that await you at Marywood. Attend one of our special events designed specially for you to learn more about Marywood's degree programs, dedicated faculty, and welcoming campus.
Marywood University hosts three academic Centers of Excellence on campus; The Center for Law, Justice and Policy, The Center for Urban Studies, and The Mother Theresa Maxis, IHM Center. Each center provides students with the tools and resources to excel in their academic endeavors, fostering a dynamic environment where they can engage deeply with their respective fields of study and make meaningful contributions to their communities and beyond.
Marywood University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSHE). / ADDRESS / 3624 Market Street, 2nd Floor West, Philadelphia, PA 19104. | Phone: (267) 284-5000
The Master of Science (M.S.) residential education program in Speech-Language Pathology at Marywood University 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, Maryland 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.
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