Georgia Speech Pathologist Degree Programs

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

Georgia 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 7 schools who offer degree programs in the field of speech-language pathology (SLP).

You have the freedom to choose a speech pathology or communication sciences and disorders degree program that best suits your needs, no matter where you live in Georgia, including Atlanta, Columbus, Augusta, or in other parts of the state. To help narrow down your options, consider factors such as the level of the degree, the field of study, tuition costs, and more. After identifying potential schools, you can prioritize and rank them according to your preferences. It’s important to note that to become a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in Georgia, a master’s degree is typically required, while an undergraduate degree is generally sufficient to become a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA).

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Data Source:

Dept. of Education - 2025

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Type of Institution

Program Fields (and degrees offered)

Speech Pathology & Communication Science Schools in Georgia

Middle Georgia State UniversityMacon, GA 1st for In-State Tuition $4,432 IN-STATE TUITION $14,032 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
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
$42,569
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

Public

Total Enrollment

6,655

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

28.57%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$4,432

Out-of-State Tuition:

$14,032

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

$13,922

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

99.77%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

532

Average SAT Math Score:

520

Georgia Southern UniversityStatesboro, GA 2nd for In-State Tuition $5,905 IN-STATE TUITION $16,959 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
Not enough data
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

Public

Total Enrollment

21,029

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

56.51%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$5,905

Out-of-State Tuition:

$16,959

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

$16,531

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

89.63%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

555

Average SAT Math Score:

540

University of West GeorgiaCarrollton, GA 3rd for In-State Tuition $5,971 IN-STATE TUITION $17,024 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
$22,750
Master's Degree
$46,408

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

7,485

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

44.34%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$5,971

Out-of-State Tuition:

$17,024

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

$15,450

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

49.37%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

550

Average SAT Math Score:

485

Valdosta State UniversityValdosta, GA 4th for In-State Tuition $6,007 IN-STATE TUITION $17,062 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
Not enough data
Master's Degree
$49,788
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

6,858

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

43.47%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$6,007

Out-of-State Tuition:

$17,062

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

$11,298

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

83.49%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

535

Average SAT Math Score:

505

University of GeorgiaAthens, GA 5th for In-State Tuition $11,180 IN-STATE TUITION $30,220 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist.

Part of category: Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Post-baccalaureate Certificate
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctoral Degree
  • Graduate/Professional Certificate

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Bachelor's Degree
Not enough data
Post-baccalaureate Certificate
Not enough data
Master's Degree
$56,587
Doctoral Degree
Not enough data
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

31,310

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

88.11%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$11,180

Out-of-State Tuition:

$30,220

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

$13,816

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

37.2%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

680

Average SAT Math Score:

680

South University-SavannahSavannah, GA 6th 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
$172,829

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

246

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

14.29%

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):

$24,116

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Emory UniversityAtlanta, GA 7th for In-State Tuition $60,774 IN-STATE TUITION $60,774 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant.

Part of category: Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Master's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Master's Degree
$172,813

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

7,275

Accredited By:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Graduation Rate:

90.57%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$60,774

Out-of-State Tuition:

$60,774

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

$23,911

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

11.1%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

720

Average SAT Math Score:

760