About the Graduate Communication Disorders MS Program
Ranked among the top graduate programs of its kind nationwide by U.S. News & World Report, Emerson College’s on-campus Communication Disorders MS program will provide you with the academic and hands-on clinical experience to make an impact on the lives of people living with speech, language, swallowing, and hearing disorders. You will be exposed to a variety of clients with speech and language disorders and diverse populations that will prepare you for a wide range of career opportunities.
Housed in the School of Communication’s Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders, the course of study offers you the opportunity to apply developmental, cognitive, psychosocial, behavioral, and medical models to the assessment and treatment of a broad range of communication delays and disorders. The program is designed to fulfill the requirements of the American Speech-Language-Hearing (ASHA) Certification.
Program Highlights
- A close-knit community of faculty and students collaborate in a small-college environment
- Top scholars, clinicians, and educators in your field will challenge and support you as you approach graduation and beyond
- Live in the dynamic city of Boston, home to world-renowned medical centers, research institutions, and biotech companies
- Classes offered day and night to fit your clinical schedule
- No GRE requirements
Real-World Experience as a Specialist in Communication Disorders
Communication Disorders MS graduate students have ample opportunity to gain real-world learning experience. Here are a few examples:
- Students get hands-on experience working with different age groups ranging from infants to elder populations.
- There are exceptional clinical opportunities through more than 120 external placements and our on-campus facility, the Robbins Center.
- Students can participate in faculty research in our state-of-the-art CSD Research Suite.
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Events
Empower your Future: Transformational Leaders Fellowship Information Session
November 9, 2025, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. EST
Join us for a virtual overview of the Transformational Leaders Fellowship! Learn how this fellowship empowers future leaders through unique learning opportunities, mentorship programs, and more. You’ll have the opportunity to hear from former Transformational Leaders fellows and admissions staff while learning about the application components, fellowship commitments, and scholarship logistics. We hope to see you there!
Graduate International Student Information Session
November 13, 2025, 1:00 p.m. EST
Join us for an international student information session! Staff from Graduate Admissions and the Office of International Student Affairs (OISA) will be available to explain application requirements for international students, funding opportunities, the F-1 Visa process, life at Emerson, and so much more.
Experience Emerson Live: A Chat with Communication Disorders MS Students (on-campus program)
November 20, 2025, 12:00 p.m. EST
During this event, you’ll have the opportunity to hear directly from students enrolled in the on-campus program. They will share their experiences with courses, clinical placements, and offer advice for prospective students and applicants. They’ll also be available to answer any questions you may have about the Emerson community.
Communication Disorders Virtual Information Session
December 4, 2025, 12:00 p.m. EST
Join us for a virtual Communication Disorders (on-campus program) Information Session! During this session, you'll get the opportunity to hear from our admissions staff and faculty and learn more about the on-campus Communication Disorders program, the application process, life at Emerson, and more. We hope to see you there!