August
Admissions
From the moment you enroll in an online program at Pepperdine University, you’ll find that you’re not just a student—you are the heartbeat of our programs. From faculty members who serve as trusted advisors, to opportunities to engage with your fellow cohort members, we come together to celebrate your successes and look ahead to what’s next in your career.
The online Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program—as well as the bridging online Post Baccalaureate Speech-Language Pathology Foundations program for students who have not completed the required course work—are designed for individuals who wish to become skilled, compassionate speech-language pathologists who are not only experts in the field, but are committed to serving and leading in their local communities.
See below for more information on the application process and entry requirements.
Scholarship Opportunities are available, please reach out to your enrollment specialist to see if you qualify!
Start Dates
Both programs offer three cohort start dates per year.
January
May
Application Deadlines
January 2026 Cohort
| Deadline | Date |
|---|---|
Early Priority Submit Deadline | August 29, 2025 |
Priority Submit Deadline | October 3, 2025 |
Final Submit Deadline | October 31, 2025 |
Classes Begin | January 5, 2026 |
To learn more about the application process, visit our application requirements page.
Admissions Requirements
See below for the specific entry requirements you will need to meet for your program of interest.
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To be eligible for admission into the online Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology program, you must complete all of the foundational courses before beginning the program. Most students with a degree in communication sciences and disorders will already have completed the required courses. A bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required to apply.
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To meet the requirements for the online Post Baccalaureate Speech-Language Pathology Foundations program, you must have earned a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited university with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
To learn more about the application process, visit our application requirements page.
Speak With an Admissions Counselor
Our admissions team is here to help guide you through the application
process from start to finish.
Contact your admissions counselor at 855-449-7232, or fill out the form below, and an
admissions counselor will reach out to you.