Audiology
Audiology at a Glance
Audiologists are health care professionals who diagnose, manage, and treat hearing, balance, or ear problems. They work in the field of Audiology, which is the science of hearing and balance. They determine the severity and type of hearing loss a patient has and develop a plan for treatment.
Get more information at Explore Health Careers and the Occupational Outlook Handbook
Directory of Programs: Council on Academic Accreditation
National Association: American Academy of Audiology
Pre-Admission Coursework: Check Sheet (PDF), Accessible Check Sheet (PDF)
References: Typically, programs require three letters and most require that at least some letters be written by faculty. KU prefers that college instructors provide these recommendations, but past supervisors during employment or volunteer positions are also acceptable.
Shadowing Experience or Introductory Course: Shadowing experience is recommended
Healthcare Experience: Recommended and should include patient contact
Community Service/Leadership Experience: Recommended
Research Experience: Recommended
Pre-Admission Standardized Tests: KU does not require the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), but it is required by some programs
Student Organizations: National Student Speech-Language-Hearing Association, International Pre-Health Sciences Organization, Delta Epsilon Mu (co-ed healthcare fraternity), University of Kansas Women in Medicine, Future Leaders in Healthcare
Application Deadline: January 15
Resume Required: Yes
Centralized Application Service: Communication Science and Disorders Central Application System (CSDCAS)
Early Decision Option: No
Interview Required: No
Rolling Admissions: No