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Illinois Speech Pathologist Degree Programs

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

Illinois 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 20 schools who offer degree programs in the field of speech-language pathology (SLP).

Whether you live in a bustling city like Chicago, Aurora, Naperville or somewhere else in Illinois, you are free to select a degree program in speech pathology or communication sciences and disorders that is right for you. Take into account variables like degree level, subject area, and tuition expenses to make your decision easier. You can make a ranking for yourself after selecting possible colleges based on your priorities. It’s vital to remember that in Illinois, obtaining a master’s degree is often necessary to become a speech-language pathologist (SLP), whereas becoming a speech-language pathologist assistant only needs an undergraduate degree (SLPA). Prepare to investigate and pursue your goals in this fascinating profession!

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Speech Pathology & Communication Science Schools in Illinois

Governors State UniversityUniversity Park, IL 1st for In-State Tuition $11,320 IN-STATE TUITION $11,320 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
$16,443
Master's Degree
$52,558

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

2,518

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

17.24%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$11,320

Out-of-State Tuition:

$11,320

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

$9,477

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

480

Average SAT Math Score:

465

Northern Illinois UniversityDekalb, IL 2nd for In-State Tuition $12,700 IN-STATE TUITION $12,700 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
$24,927
Master's Degree
$54,632
Doctoral Degree
Not enough data
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

11,277

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

52.53%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$12,700

Out-of-State Tuition:

$12,700

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

$12,909

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

70.45%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Southern Illinois University-EdwardsvilleEdwardsville, IL 3rd for In-State Tuition $12,922 IN-STATE TUITION $12,922 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
$28,271
Master's Degree
$44,321

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

8,836

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

51.84%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$12,922

Out-of-State Tuition:

$12,922

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

$13,696

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

97.21%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

530

Average SAT Math Score:

510

Southern Illinois University-CarbondaleCarbondale, IL 4th for In-State Tuition $13,244 IN-STATE TUITION $13,244 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
$49,867

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

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Associate's Degree
$39,299

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

8,116

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

46.05%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$13,244

Out-of-State Tuition:

$13,244

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

$16,177

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

90.44%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

535

Average SAT Math Score:

510

Eastern Illinois UniversityCharleston, IL 5th for In-State Tuition $13,403 IN-STATE TUITION $15,879 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
$51,985

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

4,398

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

51.39%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$13,403

Out-of-State Tuition:

$15,879

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

$14,093

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

67.75%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

520

Average SAT Math Score:

500

Hebrew Theological CollegeSkokie, IL 6th for In-State Tuition $14,700 IN-STATE TUITION $14,700 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

81

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

6.08%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$14,700

Out-of-State Tuition:

$14,700

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

$11,197

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

92%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Western Illinois UniversityMacomb, IL 7th for In-State Tuition $14,952 IN-STATE TUITION $14,952 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
$46,154

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

4,939

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

52.33%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$14,952

Out-of-State Tuition:

$14,952

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

$11,592

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

74.96%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignChampaign, IL 8th for In-State Tuition $16,004 IN-STATE TUITION $34,501 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
$21,121
Master's Degree
$58,459
Doctoral Degree
Not enough data
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

34,623

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

85.98%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$16,004

Out-of-State Tuition:

$34,501

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

$15,201

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

43.69%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

685

Average SAT Math Score:

730

Illinois State UniversityNormal, IL 9th for In-State Tuition $16,021 IN-STATE TUITION $28,086 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
$49,521
Doctoral Degree
Not enough data
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

18,414

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

68.11%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$16,021

Out-of-State Tuition:

$28,086

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

$18,996

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

89.01%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

560

Average SAT Math Score:

540

Methodist CollegePeoria, IL 10th for In-State Tuition $18,008 IN-STATE TUITION $18,008 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant.

Part of category: Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
  • Bachelor's Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
Not enough data
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

374

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

55.56%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$18,008

Out-of-State Tuition:

$18,008

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

$14,867

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

31.11%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

505

Average SAT Math Score:

475

Trinity Christian CollegePalos Heights, IL 11th for In-State Tuition $20,325 IN-STATE TUITION $20,325 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

796

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

65.79%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$20,325

Out-of-State Tuition:

$20,325

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

$16,381

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

88.65%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

550

Average SAT Math Score:

535

Aurora UniversityAurora, IL 12th for In-State Tuition $28,220 IN-STATE TUITION $28,220 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

4,021

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

56%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$28,220

Out-of-State Tuition:

$28,220

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

$18,992

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

85.14%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

525

Average SAT Math Score:

520

Saint Xavier UniversityChicago, IL 13th for In-State Tuition $36,840 IN-STATE TUITION $36,840 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
$54,898

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

3,030

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

52.58%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$36,840

Out-of-State Tuition:

$36,840

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

$12,093

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

85.75%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Lewis UniversityRomeoville, IL 14th for In-State Tuition $37,882 IN-STATE TUITION $37,882 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

3,665

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

60.58%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$37,882

Out-of-State Tuition:

$37,882

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

$18,370

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

72.73%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

565

Average SAT Math Score:

580

Elmhurst UniversityElmhurst, IL 15th for In-State Tuition $41,628 IN-STATE TUITION $41,628 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
$56,194

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

2,954

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

69.04%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$41,628

Out-of-State Tuition:

$41,628

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

$21,063

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

75.74%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

562

Average SAT Math Score:

555

Augustana CollegeRock Island, IL 16th for In-State Tuition $49,834 IN-STATE TUITION $49,834 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
$19,360
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

2,418

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

78.76%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$49,834

Out-of-State Tuition:

$49,834

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

$12,437

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

67.65%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Northwestern UniversityEvanston, IL 17th for In-State Tuition $65,997 IN-STATE TUITION $65,997 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
$58,207
Doctoral Degree
$71,868
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

  • Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma
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

8,960

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

95.92%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$65,997

Out-of-State Tuition:

$65,997

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

$27,143

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

7.15%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

745

Average SAT Math Score:

775