Our mission

The mission of the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders (CSD) is to provide high-quality undergraduate and graduate education; provide high-quality clinical services to the community and instill in students a strong commitment to their respective professions.

To accomplish our mission, we believe it is essential to integrate:

  • Persistent attention to excellence in teaching.
  • High-quality clinical experiences and services for our clients, including the involvement of clients, families, and significant others in the total rehabilitation process.
  • State-of-the-art technology.
  • Support for students, staff and faculty research.
  • Support for continuing education of staff and faculty.
  • Cultural sensitivity and diversity.
  • Dedication to open communication and teamwork, both within the department and interdepartmental.

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View the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders 2023-2028 Strategic Plan

Admission information

Undergraduate AdmissionsCommunication Sciences and Disorders Undergraduate ProgramsSpeech-Language Pathology and
Doctor of Audiology
Warriner Hall 105Health Professions Building 1250Health Professions Building 1250G
Telephone: 989-774-3076Telephone: 989-774-2315Telephone: 989-774-1730
Email: cmuadmit@cmich.eduEmail: chp@cmich.eduEmail: chpadmit@cmich.edu

The doctoral (Au.D.) education program in audiology {residential} and Master of Arts (M.A.) in speech-language pathology {residential} at Central Michigan University are accredited by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.

CMU offers an amazing Speech-Language Pathology graduate program. Students have access to unlimited resources at our on-campus clinic where we are given the opportunity to work with a diverse group of clients.