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Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans
New Orleans, LA
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Tuition In State
$13,238
Tuition Out of State
$23,752
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School Overview
- Degrees
- AuD
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- Public Non-Profit
- Program Length
- 4 years
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Cost of Attendance: $210,351
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Estimated loan burden for LSUHSCNO using 4 years of in-state tuition, $1,500 annual fees, $3,000 monthly living expenses, government-derived local cost-of-living adjustment, $1,000 loan fees, and an 8.5% interest assumption.
Cost of Living: Below national average cost of living
New Orleans, LA is about 0.93x the national average for cost of living. In the debt estimate, the government-derived local cost adjustment lowers the living allowance from $3,000 to about $2,790 per month. Local rent and commuting choices can still move your actual budget meaningfully.
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About the School
The Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) program at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center – New Orleans is a 128-credit hour curriculum designed to be completed over 12 semesters of full-time study, commencing each fall. The program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, with accreditation valid through March 2026. Prospective students must hold or be in the process of completing a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and meet additional admission requirements, including a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0, letters of recommendation, a personal essay, and an in-person interview.
Curriculum
The Au.D. curriculum encompasses comprehensive coursework and clinical training in areas such as diagnostics, advanced diagnostics, hearing aids, electrophysiology, vestibular assessment, and auditory processing disorder assessment. Students gain hands-on experience through the LSUHSC Audiology Clinic, which offers a range of services including pediatric and adult hearing evaluations, hearing aid fittings, cochlear implant assessments and programming, as well as electrophysiology and vestibular testing. This integration of academic instruction with practical clinical experience ensures that graduates are well-prepared for professional practice.
Facilities
The LSUHSC Audiology Clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including on-site electrophysiology and vestibular equipment, allowing students to perform advanced testing procedures. The clinic provides a diverse patient population, offering students exposure to a wide range of audiological conditions and treatments. Additionally, the urban setting of the Health Sciences Center in New Orleans provides access to various practicum training sites, many of which are medically related, enhancing the clinical education experience.
Demographics
The Department of Communication Disorders at LSUHSC – New Orleans typically admits 10-15 audiology candidates annually. The program has a strong track record of graduates achieving high pass rates on the PRAXIS examinations in Audiology. The student body is diverse, with the Health Sciences Center's total enrollment comprising approximately 28.65% male and 71.35% female students. The urban location in New Orleans offers a rich cultural environment, contributing to a unique educational experience.
Last Updated: Jun 27, 2025