Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
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Tuition (In State): $15,140
Tuition (Out of State): $21,548
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Degrees: AuD
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Website: https://www.gvsu.edu/acad/
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About the School
Grand Valley State University (GVSU) offers a Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) program through its College of Health Professions, designed as an accelerated three-year, nine-semester post-baccalaureate curriculum. This clinically focused program prepares students to sit for the national examination and qualify for state licensure upon completion. Notably, all students pay resident tuition rates, regardless of their state of residency.
Curriculum
The Au.D. curriculum at GVSU comprises 84 credit hours, blending rigorous academic coursework with extensive clinical practice. Students engage in diverse subjects, including anatomy and physiology of hearing and balance, audiologic assessment, amplification, and vestibular assessment. The program emphasizes hands-on experience, with students participating in clinical placements every semester, culminating in a 12-month full-time internship during the final year.
Facilities
GVSU's audiology program is housed within the state-of-the-art Raleigh J. Finkelstein Hall, located on the university's Health Campus near Grand Rapids' Medical Mile. The facility boasts advanced equipment, including a virtual reality computerized dynamic posturography system and a rotary chair, providing students with exclusive access to specialized tools for comprehensive clinical training.
Demographics
The program is designed to accommodate students from diverse academic backgrounds, with no specific undergraduate major required for admission. This inclusivity allows individuals with degrees in sciences, engineering, health sciences, or the arts to pursue a career in audiology. The program's accelerated nature enables graduates to enter the workforce sooner, with starting salary offers typically ranging between $80,000 and $90,000.
SDN Insights
Our analysis of GVSU:
Student Loan Burden: $229,543
A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at GVSU, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $229,543. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.
Cost of Living: Equal to National Average
The cost of living at GVSU is approximately equal to the average cost of living at medical schools nationwide. While planning your finances, you can expect typical expenses comparable to most medical institutions.
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School Address: 500 Lafayette Avenue NE, Allendale, MI 49503
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