The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) seeks to advance the study of human communication within a culturally and linguistically diverse society. Individual growth is promoted through the recognition and the expression of multiple theoretical, cultural and individual perspectives. The faculty fosters respect for diversity and a commitment to serve individuals with communication and/or swallowing problems. Students are encouraged to be inquisitive, self-motivated, compassionate, and open minded.

• Accredited by the New York State Education Department and the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• A bilingual/multicultural emphasis program.
• Strong liberal arts and sciences foundation.
• Strong academic and clinical preparation in speech-language pathology.

• Earn a B.S. in Communication Sciences and Disorders and a M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology in 5 to 6 years.


• At the graduate level, qualify for the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC), New York State licensure in Speech-Language Pathology, New York State Certification as Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities.


• Students demonstrating proficiency in a language other than English may prepare for the Bilingual Extension.

• Small classes.


• Individualized advisement.


• Professors who have extensive teaching, clinical and research experience in Speech-Language Pathology and have practiced in schools, hospitals and clinics.


• Professors at the undergraduate and graduate levels and supervise in the University Clinic.

• The Department sponsors lectures and clinical grand rounds.


• Students are active in our chapter of the National Student Speech-Language Hearing Association which serves as a network between students, faculty, and speech-language pathologists in the field.


• Students participate in a variety of academic and social events with other students and faculty.

• Entering freshman who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance in high school may be admitted into the program. Students must have a minimum high school average of 88 in a liberal arts and sciences program.


• Current students enrolled in the undergraduate Communication Sciences and Disorders program at LIU may apply to the program once they have completed a minimum of 45 credits. Sixty undergraduate credits must be completed by date of admission with a minimum GPA of 3.2.


• Transfer students who expect to earn an Associate of Arts and Sciences prior to fall entry may apply. Sixty undergraduate credits must be completed by date of admission with a minimum GPA of 3.2

April 1st for Fall Semester