Communication Sciences & Disorders at California State University-Northridge
If you plan to study Communication Sciences & Disorders, you may want to check out the program at California State University-Northridge. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State University-Northridge is located in Northridge, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 205 communication sciences & disorders degrees were awarded at California State University-Northridge.
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Online & Distance Learning at California State University-Northridge
Many students take online classes at California State University-Northridge. Of 38,313 students, 2,866 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 19,186 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences & Disorders Rankings at California State University-Northridge
Use these rankings to compare California State University-Northridge’s Communication Sciences & Disorders program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #4 of 16 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #4 of 20 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #5 of 140 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #6 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #7 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #12 of 123 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | California | #4 of 16 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #4 of 20 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #5 of 140 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #6 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #7 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #12 of 123 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Communication Sciences & Disorders graduates at California State University-Northridge, by degree type.
Program-wide, Communication Sciences & Disorders graduates at California State University-Northridge are 94% women (193) and 6% men (12).
Communication Sciences & Disorders Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Among the 112 bachelor’s communication sciences & disorders degrees awarded at California State University-Northridge, 95% were women (106) and 5% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences & Disorders bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 25 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 66 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 8 |
Minority students account for 68% of Communication Sciences & Disorders bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, above the national average of 38%.*
Communication Sciences & Disorders Master’s Program at California State University-Northridge
Of the 44 master’s communication sciences & disorders degrees awarded at California State University-Northridge, 95% were women (42) and 5% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences & Disorders master’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Unknown | 31 |
Minority students account for 20% of Communication Sciences & Disorders master’s degree recipients at California State University-Northridge, lower than the national average of 29%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Highest-Paying Careers for Communication Sciences & Disorders Graduates
Those who complete Communication Sciences & Disorders program at California State University-Northridge work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Communication Sciences & Disorders graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Audiologists | $54,746 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $47,305 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.