Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
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Tuition (In State): $9,000
Tuition (Out of State): $18,000
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Degrees: AuD, PhD
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Website: https://www.wichita.edu/academics/health_professions/csd/graduate/AuD/
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About the School
Wichita State University's Doctor of Audiology (AuD) program is a three-year, post-baccalaureate, entry-level clinical program designed to prepare students for professional practice in diverse audiology settings. The program is accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA). Admission is competitive, requiring a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 credit hours, though a GPA of 3.5 or higher is strongly recommended. Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in any field and complete both the CSDCAS application and the WSU Graduate School application by February 1.
Curriculum
The AuD curriculum encompasses a minimum of 88 credit hours, integrating didactic coursework with continuous clinical practicum. Students engage in interprofessional learning with other health disciplines and participate in critical thinking seminars to bridge academic knowledge with clinical practice. The program includes a mentored research project and culminates in a full-time, one-year supervised residency in a hospital, clinic, or other audiology practice environment. Prerequisite coursework includes American Sign Language, aural rehabilitation, and early language development, which can be completed prior to or after admission.
Facilities
Students gain hands-on experience at the Evelyn Hendren Cassat Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic, serving clients of all ages. The clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including high-tech simulation manikins that revolutionize audiology education. Additionally, the Wichita metropolitan area offers a range of externship opportunities at major hospitals, clinics, and schools, providing diverse clinical settings for students to apply their learning.
Demographics
The AuD program admits a small cohort of students each year, fostering a close-knit learning environment. The university's overall student population is diverse, with a total enrollment of approximately 16,741 students, comprising 7,310 men and 9,431 women. The racial and ethnic composition includes 50.2% White, 12.5% Hispanic or Latino, 5.9% Asian, and 5.2% Black or African American students.
SDN Insights
Our analysis of WSU-KS:
Student Loan Burden: $176,334
A student taking student loans for all 4 years of medical school at WSU-KS, including tuition, fees, locally adjusted cost of living expenses, incidentals, and interest, can expect to have total student loans of $176,334. Estimate repayment with the SDN School Loan Repayment Calculator.
Cost of Living: Lower than 83% Nationally
The cost of living at WSU-KS is lower than 83% of all medical schools nationwide. This can significantly reduce your overall expenses during medical school, making it a more affordable option.
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School Address: 1845 North Fairmount Street, Wichita, KS 67260
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