Speech-Language Pathology Associate Degrees
A associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology is offered at 184 colleges in the United States, where you can earn aassociate degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
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Education Levels of Speech-Language Pathology Majors
In the most recent year for which data is available, 7,213 degrees were awarded toSpeech-Language Pathology majors across all award levels. The following table shows the number of diplomas awarded in Speech-Language Pathology at each degree level.
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Certificate | 2 |
| Associate’s Degree (this page) | 30 |
| Bachelor’s Degree | 1,432 |
| Master’s Degree | 5,691 |
| Doctor’s Degree | 58 |
Earnings of Speech-Language Pathology Majors With Associate Degrees (All Award Levels)
The U.S. Department of Education reports a median salary for graduates with aassociate degree in Speech-Language Pathology of $57,878 four years after graduation. These figures are reported program-wide, across all award levels.
This number may vary for many reasons. For instance, you may move to a location where people with your degree are rare and make more money.
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $53,106 |
| 4 years | $57,878 |
| 5 years | $63,177 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study earnings tracker (program-wide, all award levels).
Student Debt (All Award Levels)
The data on debt ranges for Speech-Language Pathology majors who have their associate degree is not currently available.
Most Popular Speech-Language Pathology Programs for Associate Degrees
There are 200 colleges that offer a associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Learn more about the most popular below:
Emerson College tops the list of the most popular schools in the U.S. for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 326 people received their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
San Diego State University is a popular choice for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 183 associate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Nova Southeastern University is a popular choice for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 155 associate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Texas Woman's University comes in at #4 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology. This school awarded 143 associate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences is a popular choice for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 142 associate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
James Madison University comes in at #6 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology. During the most recent year for which we have data, 133 people received their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Oklahoma State University-Main Campus is a popular choice for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 115 people received their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
California State University-Long Beach is a popular choice for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 108 associate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Northern Arizona University comes in at #9 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology. During the most recent year for which we have data, 105 people received their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Valdosta State University comes in at #10 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology. This school awarded 105 associate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
California State University-San Marcos is a popular choice for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 98 people received their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus is a popular choice for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 98 people received their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Sacred Heart University is a popular choice for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 88 people received their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Teachers College at Columbia University is a popular choice for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 85 associate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions is a popular choice for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 84 people received their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Duquesne University is a popular choice for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 78 associate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Northwestern University is a popular choice for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 75 people received their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Abilene Christian University is a popular choice for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 73 people received their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of West Georgia is a popular choice for Speech-Language Pathology majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 73 associate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Yeshiva University comes in at #20 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Speech-Language Pathology. During the most recent year for which we have data, 72 people received their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Speech-Language Pathology here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
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Related Majors
Below are some popular majors similar to Speech-Language Pathology that also offer associate degrees.
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Audiology/Audiologist and Speech-Language Pathology/Pathologist | 7,724 |
| Communication Sciences and Disorders, General | 7,097 |
| Audiology/Audiologist | 988 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services, Other | 228 |
References
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- College Factual
- National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)
- O*NET Online
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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