Online Bachelor of Science in Speech and Hearing Science

Progress toward your goal of becoming a speech-language pathologist or audiologist with a Bachelor of Science in speech and hearing sciences online from Arizona State University. In this program, you’ll gain the skills to improve communication outcomes and work closely with individuals who have developmental and clinical conditions such as hearing impairment, autism, stroke and more. Upon graduating, you’ll have a solid foundation to build on as you pursue advanced studies or an entry-level position in the health or behavioral fields.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 08/21/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 40

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 120

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Start your path to careers in speech pathology, audiology and more

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Professional licensure and certification

ASU's academic programs that prepare you for professional licensure or certification are designed to meet Arizona's requirements. Completing an ASU program may not fulfill educational requirements for licensure or certification in other states. For additional information, visit the professional licensure webpage.

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Will my diploma say ‘online’?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Courses in speech pathology, audiology, phonetics and more

Courses in this program expand your science and quantitative skills, covering speech and language science, anatomy and physiology, physics and statistics. Building on this foundational knowledge, you’ll also explore topics from communication disorders throughout the lifespan and phonetics to language science and treatment of communication disorders. The program culminates in a hands-on, experiential learning opportunity, which can be a research project, internship, capstone project and more.


The jobs and career paths you’ll be prepared for

Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped to take the next step toward your career goals. You can seek entry-level speech and hearing roles in schools, medical clinics and community organizations. You can also work toward completing the remaining requirements to become a licensed speech-language pathology assistant (SLPA) in your state. Graduates often use this program as a springboard for advanced studies in communications sciences, speech-language pathology or audiology. The knowledge you’ll gain in this bachelor’s in speech and hearing science will prepare you for the rigor of any of these programs. Common career path examples include, but aren’t limited to:

Advocate


Growth: 8.6 %
Salary: $38,520

Audiologist


Growth: 10.6 %
Salary: $82,680

Community Health Worker


Growth: 14.1 %
Salary: $46,190

Hearing Aid Specialist


Growth: 14.5 %
Salary: $59,020

Human Behavior Researcher


Growth: 4.8 %
Salary: $50,470

Speech Language Pathology Assistant


Growth: 5.7 %
Salary: $40,420

Speech Pathologist


Growth: 19.3 %
Salary: $84,140

Learn alongside top practitioners in the speech and hearing sciences field

The College of Health Solutions faculty displays a high level of research expertise, focused on creating a better future for all. Our faculty are lifelong learners dedicated to improving health outcomes for the communities we serve. Some of their research focuses on:

  • Discovering the impact of the environment and policy on food security and community health.
  • Exploring mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
  • Harnessing big data to improve patient outcomes.
  • Incorporating advanced technology to monitor and promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Using state-of-the-art cognitive, behavioral and neuroscience techniques to study the components of human communication.

Learn alongside top practitioners in the speech and hearing sciences field

The College of Health Solutions faculty displays a high level of research expertise, focused on creating a better future for all. Our faculty are lifelong learners dedicated to improving health outcomes for the communities we serve. Some of their research focuses on:

  • Discovering the impact of the environment and policy on food security and community health.
  • Exploring mechanisms involved in the development of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
  • Harnessing big data to improve patient outcomes.
  • Incorporating advanced technology to monitor and promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Using state-of-the-art cognitive, behavioral and neuroscience techniques to study the components of human communication.

How to apply

I am a future

You’re considered a first-year student for application purposes if you’ve never attended college or have fewer than 12 transferable credit hours.

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Don't meet admission requirements?

You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.

To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.

*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.

Don't meet admission requirements?

You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.

To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.

*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.

Developing the health workforce of the future

In the College of Health Solutions, students learn and prepare to become the health workforce of the future. Faculty and students also collaborate to research solutions to pressing global health challenges. Partnerships with the medical community offer students access to professional resources and networking opportunities with Mayo Clinic, Banner Health, HonorHealth, Dignity Health and more.

6,500+


students.

250+


Barrett honors scholars.

160+


faculty members.

$14.5 million


in research expenditures.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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