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Florida Speech Pathologist Degree Programs

AKA: Florida Speech Pathology Degree Programs, Florida SLP Programs, Florida Speech Therapist Programs

Florida Speech Pathologist Degree Programs Ranked and Sorted
Speech Pathologist Programs

by Speech Pathologist Programs Staff

Updated: June 11th, 2025

Speech Pathologist Programs has analyzed data from 15 schools who offer degree programs in the field of speech-language pathology (SLP).

No matter where you live in Florida, including Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, or in other regions of the state, you have the opportunity to select a speech pathology or communication sciences and disorders degree program that best meets your needs. Consider aspects like the degree level, the subject of study, tuition expenses, and more to help you whittle down your alternatives. You can prioritize and rate suitable colleges after you’ve identified them in accordance with your interests. It’s vital to remember that in Florida, a master’s degree is normally necessary to become a speech-language pathologist (SLP), whereas an undergraduate degree is typically adequate to become a speech-language pathologist assistant (SLPA).

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Speech Pathology & Communication Science Schools in Florida

University of Florida-OnlineGainesville, FL 1st for In-State Tuition $3,876 IN-STATE TUITION $16,579 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$22,127

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Audiology/Audiologist.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

4,577

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

47.06%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$3,876

Out-of-State Tuition:

$16,579

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$4,702

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

64.38%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

655

Average SAT Math Score:

645

Florida Atlantic UniversityBoca Raton, FL 2nd for In-State Tuition $4,879 IN-STATE TUITION $17,324 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$57,670

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Audiology/Audiologist.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

23,458

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

57.09%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$4,879

Out-of-State Tuition:

$17,324

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$8,001

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

73.44%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

565

Average SAT Math Score:

545

Florida State UniversityTallahassee, FL 3rd for In-State Tuition $5,656 IN-STATE TUITION $18,786 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Post-baccalaureate Certificate
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctoral Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Not enough data
Bachelor's Degree
$18,659
Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Not enough data
Master's Degree
$55,644
Doctoral Degree
Not enough data

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Audiology/Audiologist.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

31,812

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

83.9%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$5,656

Out-of-State Tuition:

$18,786

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$10,997

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

25.38%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

640

Average SAT Math Score:

620

University of Central FloridaOrlando, FL 4th for In-State Tuition $6,368 IN-STATE TUITION $22,467 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$26,177
Master's Degree
$52,386

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Audiology/Audiologist.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

59,095

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

77.55%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$6,368

Out-of-State Tuition:

$22,467

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$10,650

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

39.52%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

640

Average SAT Math Score:

620

University of FloridaGainesville, FL 5th for In-State Tuition $6,381 IN-STATE TUITION $28,659 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctoral Degree
  • First Professional Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Not enough data
Bachelor's Degree
$22,127
Master's Degree
$51,737
Doctoral Degree
$65,917
First Professional Degree
Not enough data

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Audiology/Audiologist.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

34,102

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

91.43%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$6,381

Out-of-State Tuition:

$28,659

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$6,351

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

24.03%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

685

Average SAT Math Score:

700

University of South FloridaTampa, FL 6th for In-State Tuition $6,410 IN-STATE TUITION $17,324 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctoral Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
$25,800
Master's Degree
$56,007
Doctoral Degree
$70,332

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Audiology/Audiologist.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

36,299

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

76.12%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$6,410

Out-of-State Tuition:

$17,324

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$10,043

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

40.96%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

620

Average SAT Math Score:

615

Florida International UniversityMiami, FL 7th for In-State Tuition $6,565 IN-STATE TUITION $18,963 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree
  • Graduate/Professional Certificate

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$50,503
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Not enough data

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Audiology/Audiologist.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Public

Total Enrollment

38,761

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

70.77%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$6,565

Out-of-State Tuition:

$18,963

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$9,133

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

58.84%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

590

Average SAT Math Score:

560

Albizu University-MiamiMiami, FL 8th for In-State Tuition $13,128 IN-STATE TUITION $13,128 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
Not enough data

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Audiology/Audiologist.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

225

Accredited By:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Graduation Rate:

0%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$13,128

Out-of-State Tuition:

$13,128

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$36,302

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

100%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Florida National University-Main CampusHialeah, FL 9th for In-State Tuition $16,088 IN-STATE TUITION $16,088 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
Not enough data

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Audiology/Audiologist.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant.

Part of category: Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Not enough data
Associate's Degree
$24,891
Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Lactation Consultant.
  • Radiologist Assistant.
  • Chiropractic Technician/Assistant.
  • Respiratory Therapy Technician/Assistant.
  • Pathology/Pathologist Assistant.
  • Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance).
  • Anesthesiologist Assistant.
  • Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant.
  • Physical Therapy Assistant.
  • Pharmacy Technician/Assistant.
  • Occupational Therapist Assistant.
  • Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant.
  • Medical/Clinical Assistant.
  • Reserved.
  • Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private for-profit

Total Enrollment

2,354

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

48.6%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$16,088

Out-of-State Tuition:

$16,088

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$23,629

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

South University-West Palm BeachRoyal Palm Beach, FL 10th for In-State Tuition $18,238 IN-STATE TUITION $18,238 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant.

Part of category: Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Associate's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Associate's Degree
$39,095
Master's Degree
Not enough data

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Lactation Consultant.
  • Radiologist Assistant.
  • Chiropractic Technician/Assistant.
  • Respiratory Therapy Technician/Assistant.
  • Pathology/Pathologist Assistant.
  • Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance).
  • Anesthesiologist Assistant.
  • Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant.
  • Physical Therapy Assistant.
  • Pharmacy Technician/Assistant.
  • Occupational Therapist Assistant.
  • Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant.
  • Medical/Clinical Assistant.
  • Reserved.
  • Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private for-profit

Total Enrollment

284

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

35.71%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$18,238

Out-of-State Tuition:

$18,238

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$20,494

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Everglades UniversityBoca Raton, FL 11th for In-State Tuition $20,768 IN-STATE TUITION $20,768 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
Not enough data

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Audiology/Audiologist.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

2,369

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

64.27%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$20,768

Out-of-State Tuition:

$20,768

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$27,704

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

86.44%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Keiser University-Ft LauderdaleFort Lauderdale, FL 12th for In-State Tuition $24,136 IN-STATE TUITION $24,136 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Audiology/Audiologist.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant.

Part of category: Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Associate's Degree
$28,258
Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Lactation Consultant.
  • Radiologist Assistant.
  • Chiropractic Technician/Assistant.
  • Respiratory Therapy Technician/Assistant.
  • Pathology/Pathologist Assistant.
  • Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance).
  • Anesthesiologist Assistant.
  • Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant.
  • Physical Therapy Assistant.
  • Pharmacy Technician/Assistant.
  • Occupational Therapist Assistant.
  • Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant.
  • Medical/Clinical Assistant.
  • Reserved.
  • Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

17,370

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

56.12%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$24,136

Out-of-State Tuition:

$24,136

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$34,439

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

97.42%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Southeastern UniversityLakeland, FL 13th for In-State Tuition $31,732 IN-STATE TUITION $31,732 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Audiology/Audiologist.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

4,646

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

48.12%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$31,732

Out-of-State Tuition:

$31,732

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$30,209

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

74.29%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

555

Average SAT Math Score:

517

Nova Southeastern UniversityFort Lauderdale, FL 14th for In-State Tuition $37,080 IN-STATE TUITION $37,080 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctoral Degree
  • First Professional Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data
Master's Degree
$54,443
Doctoral Degree
$73,749
First Professional Degree
Not enough data

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Audiology/Audiologist.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant.

Part of category: Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data
Master's Degree
$166,493

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Lactation Consultant.
  • Radiologist Assistant.
  • Chiropractic Technician/Assistant.
  • Respiratory Therapy Technician/Assistant.
  • Pathology/Pathologist Assistant.
  • Emergency Care Attendant (EMT Ambulance).
  • Anesthesiologist Assistant.
  • Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant.
  • Physical Therapy Assistant.
  • Pharmacy Technician/Assistant.
  • Occupational Therapist Assistant.
  • Clinical/Medical Laboratory Assistant.
  • Medical/Clinical Assistant.
  • Reserved.
  • Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

7,171

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

60.82%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$37,080

Out-of-State Tuition:

$37,080

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$31,303

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

72.67%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

590

Average SAT Math Score:

585

Jacksonville UniversityJacksonville, FL 15th for In-State Tuition $46,180 IN-STATE TUITION $46,180 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Graduate/Professional Certificate

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data
Master's Degree
$53,542
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Not enough data

Field listing may be listed due to the school having programs in the following fields:

  • Audiology/Audiologist.
  • Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
  • Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.
  • Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other.
Institution Specifics/Quality

Type of Institution

Private nonprofit

Total Enrollment

2,649

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

48.28%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$46,180

Out-of-State Tuition:

$46,180

Average Cost (tuition, fees, books, supplies and living expenses - minus grant/scholarship aid):

$26,255

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

57.29%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

580

Average SAT Math Score:

555