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Best Value Communication Disorders Sciences and Services Colleges in Massachusetts

Ranked by best return on investment (earnings vs. cost). See our methodology.

Massachusetts speech-language pathology programs show dramatic earning differences despite similar graduation costs. Northeastern University graduates earn $54,109 while UMass Amherst alumni start at $20,748, yet both charge comparable net prices around $23,000-$32,000. The state's concentration of hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and special education programs creates strong demand for communication disorders specialists, particularly around Boston's medical corridor where several top programs cluster.
9
Programs
$14,738 – $46,766
Net Price Range
$28,996
Avg. Program Earnings
72.5%
Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Communication Disorders Sciences and Services Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price Program Earnings In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $14,738 $28,960 $11,286 55.5% 87.7%
2 $32,116 $54,109 $63,141 90.4% 6.8%
3 $21,436 $23,456 $42,061 64.7% 90.9%
4 $26,996 $25,194 $65,168 90.0% 14.4%
5 $23,691 $20,748 $17,357 83.2% 63.5%
6 $46,766 $21,508 $55,392 79.3% 42.8%
7 $17,970 $11,389 54.6% 87.7%
8 $24,817 $28,100 67.6% 91.8%
9 $29,187 $43,707 67.6% 75.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $33,000 salary gap between Massachusetts communication disorders programs?

Northeastern's Boston location and co-op program connections help graduates earn $54,109 compared to $20,748 at UMass Amherst. Private schools like Boston University and Northeastern often have stronger alumni networks in high-paying clinical settings. Geographic factors matter significantly since Boston-area hospitals and private practices typically offer higher starting salaries.

How do public university costs compare for in-state communication disorders students?

Worcester State offers the lowest net price at $14,738 with in-state tuition of just $11,286. UMass Amherst costs $23,691 net despite $17,357 in-state tuition, reflecting higher living expenses in Amherst. Both public options cost significantly less than private alternatives that range from $21,436 to $46,766 annually.

Does graduation rate correlate with program cost in Massachusetts communication disorders programs?

The data shows mixed results with expensive programs performing differently. Northeastern and Boston University both achieve 90% graduation rates but Emerson College graduates only 79% despite charging $46,766 net price. Worcester State's 55% graduation rate reflects its open access mission rather than program quality issues.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.