Communication Degrees Online

The need to communicate. The ability to be understood. Most of us take it for granted. But for far too many, young and old, the ability to be understood is a constant struggle. They want to communicate. They need to communicate. But they can’t produce the sounds, words, or sentences that make their message understandable.

Speech Language Pathologists are there to help, bringing communication therapies to a range of speech-language-hearing disorders – whether brought on by disease, injury, age, or disability.

Outstanding Preparation – Part-Time
The Department of Communication Disorders offers outstanding Communication Disorders programs at the undergraduate and graduate level. The programs are designed for part-time completion, so students can work, live their lives, and advance their career and educational goals at the same time.

The MHS: Entry-Level Degree
The entry-level degree for Speech Language Pathologists is the Master of Health Sciences in Communication Disorders. Our Master’s program provides thorough preparation for entry into the field and meets Illinois’ academic requirements for licensure, and certification to work in Illinois public schools, as well as the profession’s national certification standards. Admission is competitive.

The BHS: Pre-professional Preparation
Because the entry-level degree for Speech Language Pathologists is the Master’s, the Bachelor of Health Science in Communication Disorders is a pre-professional degree. In other words, the degree is designed to prepare you to enter the Master of Health Sciences in Communication Disorders program.

The BHS as Second Bachelor’s Degree
A Bachelor of Health Sciences in Communication Disorders is the required undergraduate degree for entry into the MHS in Communication Disorders degree program. But what if your bachelor’s is in another discipline? Explore the BHS in Communication Disorders as a second bachelor’s degree.

The Doctor of Philosophy degree is designed to preparethe student for a lifetime of scholarly research and teaching as a college or university professor or communication specialist. Ph.D. students must complete at least 45 semester hours of coursework beyond the master’s degree plus a dissertation in their area of study.

Applicants for the Ph.D. program should have:
academic goals compatible with the focus of the School’s graduate program,
a minimum 3.30 graduate GPA (on a 4.00 scale) in a master’s degree program (recommended GPA is above 3.50),
a recommended combined score of 1200 on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE),
3 superior letters of recommendation from individuals in a position to evaluate graduate academic performance and potential,
completed the academic requirements of a master’s degree in communication, which normally contains a thesis.

Barry University accepts applications on a rolling basis. However, it is in your best interest to apply as soon as possible. Please note that general admission to Barry University does not guarantee acceptance into all academic programs. Consult the academic requirements for your academic area of interest.
First Year Applicants

Applicants who have never attended a college or university, and applicants who are coming to Barry with less than 12 hours of transferable college credits are considered first year applicants. First year applicants are required to complete the following application process:

1. Complete the online undergraduate application, or receive a copy of the conventional paper application by contacting the Office of Admissions.

2. Submit the non-refundable application fee ($20.00/online application, $30.00/paper application) made payable by check or money order to Barry University. Submit official transcripts from all secondary and post secondary institutions.

3. Submit official SAT or ACT scores (applies to students under the age of 21). The Barry University code for SAT I: 5053; ACT: 0718.

4. If you have completed a G.E.D., forward the official results of that examination and the official high school transcripts documenting your secondary education.

For a more detailed description of admissions requirements, please consult the Barry University catalog, or contact an Admissions representative.

The Department of Communication and Fine Arts includes the divisions of Organizational Communication, Visual Communication, Foreign Language, Music, Art Education, and Theater. In addition to strong academic requirements, each degree integrates a practical/performance component that allows the student to apply academic theory to real-life situations. These components include such experiences as internships, exhibitions, productions, recitals, and community work, depending upon the chosen academic degree. Additional information on each division is available at the division web site below.
Organizational Communcation
Visual Communication
Foreign Language
Music
Art Education
Theater