Speech Pathology & Audiology at Western Kentucky University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Speech Pathology & Audiology, take a look at what Western Kentucky University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Kentucky University is in Bowling Green, KY.
During the most recent reporting year, 65 speech pathology & audiology degrees were awarded at Western Kentucky University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Western Kentucky University
Online coursework is an option at Western Kentucky University. Of 16,291 students, 3,505 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,624 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Speech Pathology & Audiology Rankings at Western Kentucky University
These rankings give you a sense of how Western Kentucky University’s Speech Pathology & Audiology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 43 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #21 of 44 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #24 of 131 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #86 of 126 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Speech Pathology & Audiology graduates at Western Kentucky University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Speech Pathology & Audiology graduates at Western Kentucky University are 98% women (64) and 2% men (1).
Speech Pathology & Audiology Master’s Program at Western Kentucky University
Among the 65 master’s speech pathology & audiology degrees awarded at Western Kentucky University, 98% were women (64) and 2% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Speech Pathology & Audiology master’s degree recipients at Western Kentucky University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 56 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Speech Pathology & Audiology master’s degree recipients at Western Kentucky University, below the national average of 24%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Speech Pathology & Audiology Graduates
Students who finish Speech Pathology & Audiology program at Western Kentucky University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying careers for Speech Pathology & Audiology 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
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