Admissions

Fall 2024 Application Cycle:

Requirements of Speech Pathology Graduate Program

Applicants to the Speech Pathology Graduate program must have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Speech Pathology and/or Audiology, a bachelor's degree in Speech Pathology and/or Audiology in process, or a Graduate Special program in process or completed.
• Minimum G.P.A. of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. 
• Applicants must have successfully completed the following four general education courses as part of their undergraduate coursework or prior to beginning graduate study in the master's program at UNR:
  • One course in Biological Science (lab not required)
  • One course in Physical Science (e.g., physics or chemistry)
  • One course in Behavioral Science (psychology, sociology)
  • One course in Statistics

Application Process

Two separate applications are necessary for admission to the Speech Pathology program. To be considered for admission to the Speech Pathology Master's program, you must formally apply through the University of Nevada, Reno's Graduate School and CSDCAS.

Step 1: CSDCAS Application

A full application must be submitted to CSDCAS and you must pay the fee before you can apply to the University of Nevada, Reno Graduate School. The following materials should be submitted directly to CSDCAS:

1. All Official Transcripts
   • From every undergraduate and graduate institution attended.
2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
   
3. Letter of Intent
   What experiences have influenced your desire to be a speech-language pathologist? Use experiences from your life, education, work, volunteer opportunities, research, leadership or other activities to compose your statement. This is an opportunity to introduce yourself, your interests and motivations as well as to highlight your undergraduate and/or previous graduate career. You may also discuss the relevance of your recent activities and elaborate on your academic interests.
4. Diversity Statement
   The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes that diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and justice (DEIBJ) promotes excellence in education. Provide insight in how your lived experience has influenced your outlook, education and goals. Provide a critical perspective of self or understanding of historically marginalized/minoritized groups in education and the value you perceive that DEIBJ may add to speech-language pathology. Your essay may include authentic stories about your unique identity, background or perspective.
5. Three Letters of Recommendation
   Letters should be by a professional such as a professor, clinical supervisor, or supervisor in related clinical/ educational field.
   Letters of Recommendation are required to be submitted electronically.
6. Questions
   During the graduate school application process, you will be asked to respond to online questions.

Step 2: University of Nevada, Reno Graduate School Application

A very short application to the University of Nevada, Reno Graduate School is also required, but you will not need to re-submit the other materials submitted to CSDCAS. A full application must be submitted to CSDCAS (step 1).
To start the application, follow these directions:

• Access the application through the Graduate School's online application portal.
• Click create account to create a username and password and then log in and complete the short application.
• Pay the Graduate School application fee and submit.

The Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology (SPA) Graduate Selection Committee will review completed applications and will select an incoming class of approximately 25 students and will select 10 to 15 students to place on an Alternate/Wait list. After the committee completes the selection process, the Dean of the Graduate School must approve the recommendations. The Graduate School notifies all applicants of their status (accepted or not accepted).

Students who are considering applying to the University of Nevada are encouraged to visit the program. We suggest making an appointment before arriving so that arrangements for a productive and informative visit can be made. Also, we encourage contacting the Department at any time with questions or concerns you may have. If you would like additional information regarding the graduate program, please contact Dr. Prady Srivastava Ph.D., Director of Graduate Studies, at psrivastava@med.unr.edu or SpeechPath@unr.edu.