Online SLP Post-Bacc Programs

Programs are listed alphabetically

Note: This information was last updated in Fall 2025, please check with the institution for the most up-to-date information. 

California State University, Northridge

• Cost: $814/unit, $24,420 for the entire program + fees
• Academic Schedule: Start Fall, 2 years
• Admissions Requirements: BS/BA from accredited institution, Minimum 2.5 GPA, undergrad transcripts.
• Perks: Automatic admission to CSUN's online SLP master's program, faculty mentorship. Refer here to see how to receive direct acceptance into CSUN's online SLP program; financial aid available

California State University, San Marcos

• Cost: $370/unit, $12,210 total (tuition and fees)
• Academic Schedule: Start summer or spring, 3 semesters (1 year), full-time
• Admissions Requirements: BS/BA from accredited institution, Minimum 2.5 GPA, undergrad transcripts, English proficiency requirement (international students only), Must reside in an approved state
• Perks: SLP preparation certificate; Completion of observation hours; Courses can be completed as a non-cohort student, but will not be awarded a certificate (see program FAQs).

Calvin University

• Cost: $656/unit ($15,360 total)
• Academic Schedule: Three start dates throughout the year; 1 year commitment, part-time or full-time scheduling available
• Admissions Requirements: Transcripts
• Perks: Certificate in Speech and Hearing Foundations; Successful completion leads to guaranteed admission to the online Master's Program; Financial aid available
• Comments: Faith-based approach to learning, must earn 3.0 GPA in the program

Columbia College

• Cost: $427/unit Tuition + $27/unit Resource & Technology Fee (18 credit hours total)
• Academic Schedule: No information provided
• Admissions Requirements: No information provided
• Perks: Awards a speech-language pathology leveling certificate. Program offers out-of-field ASHA required coursework, but they recommend taking these before enrolling in the program.
• Comments: Columbia college also has an in-person program.

Eastern New Mexico University

• Cost: $275/unit *Affordable Program*
• Academic Schedule: Fall or Spring start, 1-2 years to complete if all courses needed
• Admissions Requirements: If you already have a Bachelor's, you must apply as a graduate student, CDIS leveler. This does not guarantee admission to the Master's in SLP program. For students without a Bachelor's, you may apply as an undergraduate. 
• Perks: Take only the courses you need; all courses offered at least once per year

Florida State University

• Cost: $485/unit (Note: Courses are each 4 units)
• Academic Schedule: Fall, Spring, or Summer start, 1 year (3 semesters) to complete
• Admissions Requirements: BA/BS from an accredited college or university, Min 3.0 GPA, written admissions essay
• Perks: Take only the courses you need

Gordon College

• Cost: $16,500/semester (assumes full-time 12-20 units/semester)
• Academic Schedule: Hybrid, enroll any semester; generally 12-16 months
• Admissions Requirements: Completed BA/BS, Application to the school/program, Transcripts, Letters of recommendation; 2.7 GPA or higher
• Perks: Take courses at your own pace, full time not required
• Comments: Only Christian program in New England that offers a CSD program

Idaho State University

• Cost: $592/unit (resident) vs $1,292/unit (non-resident) + $212/unit online fee
• Academic Schedule: Not stated
• Admissions Requirements: BA/BS from an accredited college or university.
• Perks: Awards a Pre-Professional Certificate in Pre-Speech-Language Pathology; Financial aid is available

La Salle University

• Cost: $815/unit + $250 fee/semester
• Academic Schedule: Summer, Fall, or Spring start, 1 year
• Admissions Requirements: BA/BS from an accredited college or university; Completed application with official transcripts
• Perks: Online courses are asynchronous. Students may choose to enroll in only the courses that they need. Program offers courses needed to fulfill out-of-field requirements (e.g., biology, chemistry, etc.). Dedicated 1:1 advisor throughout the program.
• Comments: They also have an in-person program and hybrid scheduling for flexibility. See In-Person SLP Post-Bacc Programs for information on in-person program.

Lehman College (CUNY)

• Cost: $445/unit (NY residents), $915/unit (out-of-state) + Fees
• Academic Schedule: 6 courses, course map indicates two years, but it's unclear if students must adhere to this schedule.
• Admissions Requirements:  Application accepted on a rolling basis; required Bachelor's degree
• Perks: Post-Bacc certificate in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Comments: Students have the option of earning a second bachelor's, but those students should plan accordingly as the application is different. 

Longwood Professional Studies

• Cost: $295/unit (VA residents); $365/unit (out-of-state) *Affordable Program for VA residents*
• Academic Schedule: Summer, Fall, or Spring start
• Admissions Requirements: Completion of online application; Unofficial transcripts
• Perks: This is a non-cohort program, you can take classes as needed; Financial aid is available for the SLP pre-requisite courses

San Diego State University

• Cost: $367/unit
• Academic Schedule: Fall, Spring, or Summer start, 3 semesters (1 year) if you're taking all courses
• Admissions Requirements: None, you can register for classes through SDSU's Global Campus.
• Perks: Courses are completely asynchronous; Non-cohort program, take only the courses you need
• Comments: Open to students with a Bachelor’s degree or currently enrolled in a four-year institution; students cannot be pursuing a degree at SDSU. Program does not accept students in Georgia, Nevada, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Washington DC, West Virginia;

SUNY at New Paltz

• Cost: $353/unit + $1.7 college fee/credit+ $18.50 Technology fee/credit
• Academic Schedule: Fall, Spring, or Summer start, 3 semesters (1-1.5 years)
• Admissions Requirements: Minimum 2.8 GPA, BA/BS from accredited institution, Personal statement
• Perks: Students may take only the courses they need, part time or full time, no deadline to complete course
• Comments: Only two grades below B- are permitted to stay in the program; Not eligible for financial aid

Texas Woman's University

• Cost: $238/unit (Texas resident); $648/unit (out-of-state) + Fees
• Academic Schedule: Summer start, 1 year (3 semesters)
• Admissions Requirements: Minimum 3.25 GPA, BA/BS from accredited institution, Names, titles/positions, employers, and email addresses of two recommenders; One-page letter of intent
• Perks: Affordable tuition for in-state residents
• Comments: Students must maintain grades of A or B to continue in the program. Program offered to individuals who plan to apply to the TWU SLP master's program, but admission to the program is not guaranteed

University of Colorado Boulder

• Cost: $385/unit ($1,155/course, ~$9,240/entire program),
• Academic Schedule: Summer start (application deadline, early March), 4 semesters  (summer, fall, spring, summer)
• Admissions Requirements: Minimum 2.8 GPA; BA/BS from accredited institution; Program application
• Perks: Financial aid, same tuition for out-of-state and in-state; Non-cohort classes are available if there is space in the class

University of Maryland College Park

• Cost: $437/credit ($1,311/course) + Fees
• Academic Schedule: Fall start, 15 month commitment, full-time
• Admissions Requirements: Minimum 2.0 GPA, BA/BS from accredited institution, Transcripts, Letter from dean confirming date of graduation

University of Montana

• Cost: $267/unit (Montana resident); $590/unit (out-of-state)
• Academic Schedule: Fall, Spring, or Summer start, 1 year, full-time
• Admissions Requirements: BA/BS from accredited institution
• Perks: Awards CSD leveling certificate. Students can complete additional ASHA requirements through UM distance learning options. Courses are asynchronous

University of Nebraska at Kearny

• Cost: $354/unit (Nebraska resident); $567/unit (out-of-state) + Fees
• Academic Schedule: Summer or Fall start (unclear, contact program); 3 semesters (1 year: summer, fall spring)
• Admissions Requirements: BA/BS from accredited institution
• Perks: Also prepares for entry for doctoral degree programs in Audiology

University of South Florida 

• Cost: $211.19/unit (FL resident); $611.39/unit (out-of-state)
• Academic Schedule: Fall or Spring start, take only the courses you need
• Admissions Requirements: Completion of BA/BS from accredited institution, Minimum 3.2 GPA (preferred), Official transcripts
• Perks: You can take as long as you need, but you need to take courses in their prescribed order; recommended sequences here if you need all 7 courses; Courses are first-come first-served; Affordable in-state tuition
• Comments: Handy FAQ page here; Program brochure here

University of St. Augustine

• Cost: $561/class *Most Affordable Program*
• Academic Schedule: Unclear on website
• Admissions Requirements: Completion of BA/BS from an accredited institution with overall minimum 2.75 GPA and 3.0 in last 45 credits; Official transcripts; Letters of rec; Resume; Essays; Interview
• Perks: Courses are taken as needed; Admission to graduate program upon completion of SLP preparatory pathway with a grade 'B" or higher; receive financial credit toward MS-SLP program; 
• Comments: Not eligible for financial aid 

University of Vermont

• Cost: $678/unit (for under 12 units); $8,140 (12-19 units)
• Academic Schedule: Start Fall or Spring, 1 year (3 semesters: fall, spring, summer)
• Admissions Requirements: Completion of BA/BS from an accredited institution, Min. GPA of 2.75
• Perks: Program awards a Speech-Language Pathology Pre-Master's Track Certificate; Classes are asynchronous.
• Comments: Program recommends that students complete out-of-field ASHA requirements prior to applying; Not eligible for financial aid

University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

• Cost: $429/unit
• Academic Schedule: Start Fall, Spring, or Summer, 1.5 - 2 years
• Admissions Requirements: Completion of BA/BS from an accredited institution
• Perks: Classes are asynchronous. Program encourages people to take courses part-time and prioritize other aspects of life; students can skip a semester and stay enrolled if time off is necessary; Students paired with a faculty advisor; Eligible for financial aid if taking 6 units or more (except for non-degree seeking students)

Utah State University

• Cost: $405/unit
• Academic Schedule: Fall, Spring, or Summer start, 3 semesters (1.5 years)
• Admissions Requirements: BA/BS from an accredited college/university; Minimum 3.0 GPA for second bachelor's
• Perks: Option between online second bachelor's and non-degree seeking (non-cohort); Program Offers classes in statistics, biological science, physical science, and social/behavioral science if needed to meet requirements for SLP grad school

Western Kentucky University

• Cost: $551/unit (25 units total)
• Academic Schedule: Summer start, 1 year (4 semesters: summer, fall, spring, summer II)
• Admissions Requirements: BA/BS from an accredited college/university or degree in progress,; degree must be completed by time of enrollment, Minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Perks: Students can waive classes if already taken somewhere else
• Other comments: Courses have designated weekly or biweekly synchronous class meetings times.