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Iowa Speech Pathologist Degree Programs

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

Iowa 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 4 schools who offer degree programs in the field of speech-language pathology (SLP).

No matter where in Iowa you may be, Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport or elsewhere, you can find a speech pathology or communication sciences and disorders degree program that is a good fit for you. You can narrow down your search for a Iowa college or university by thinking about what kind of degree you want, what you want to major in, and how much you want to spend on tuition. You can make a list of top-ranked colleges according to your own personal standards. It’s worth noting that a master’s degree is normally required to become a speech-language pathologist (SLP) in Iowa, but a bachelor’s degree is all that’s needed to become a speech-language pathologist assistant (SLPA).

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Dept. of Education - 2025

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Speech Pathology & Communication Science Schools in Iowa

University of Northern IowaCedar Falls, IA 1st for In-State Tuition $9,728 IN-STATE TUITION $21,272 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
$8,800
Master's Degree
$54,675

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

7,599

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

69.82%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$9,728

Out-of-State Tuition:

$21,272

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

$14,609

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

94.4%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

535

Average SAT Math Score:

550

University of IowaIowa City, IA 2nd for In-State Tuition $10,964 IN-STATE TUITION $32,927 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
$22,731
Master's Degree
$54,674
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

21,691

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

74.92%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$10,964

Out-of-State Tuition:

$32,927

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

$21,398

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

84.67%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

625

Average SAT Math Score:

615

Briar Cliff UniversitySioux City, IA 3rd for In-State Tuition $35,534 IN-STATE TUITION $35,534 OUT-OF-STATE TUITION
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant.

Part of category: Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services.

Degree Levels Offered

  • First Professional Degree

Salary 1 Year After Graduation

First Professional 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

626

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

55.68%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$35,534

Out-of-State Tuition:

$35,534

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

$21,590

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

Not enough data

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

N/A

Average SAT Math Score:

N/A

Saint Ambrose UniversityDavenport, IA 4th for In-State Tuition $35,598 IN-STATE TUITION $35,598 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
$54,715

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

2,101

Accredited By:

Higher Learning Commission

Graduation Rate:

64.43%

Costs

In-State Tuition:

$35,598

Out-of-State Tuition:

$35,598

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

$22,750

Admissions

Applicants Accepted:

73.32%

Average SAT Score:

N/A

Average SAT Reading Score:

550

Average SAT Math Score:

560