The B.A. major in Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences provides a strong liberal arts foundation, with focused preparation in the normal processes of speech, language, and hearing and an introduction to communication disorders.
Interested in studying speech, language and hearing sciences? Students applying to IU for Fall 2026 should contact the College's recruiting team. Current IU students can speak with their academic advisor.
The B.S. degree is designed to provide a stronger scientific and mathematical background, preparing you for both clinical work and research.
The B.S. in Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences provides a strong preparation to apply to graduate programs in audiology and speech-language pathology. Research experience is recommended for majors who would like to pursue an advanced degree. Our department includes 13 research labs where you can gain experience in speech perception, language development, voice disorders, bilingual language, and audiology.
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