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Saint Cloud State University delivers the most affordable Communication Disorders Sciences and Services education in Minnesota at $14,485 net cost, while the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities commands $17,139 despite its 85% graduation rate. Minnesota's healthcare sector, anchored by Mayo Clinic and UnitedHealth, creates steady demand for speech-language pathologists and audiologists. The $4,124 cost gap between the cheapest and most expensive programs reflects varying institutional resources, though all five programs maintain public status.
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Programs
$14,485 – $18,609
Net Price Range
$29,653
Avg. Program Earnings
61.0%
Avg. Graduation Rate

5 Communication Disorders Sciences and Services Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $14,485 $10,117 46.9% 95.3%
2 $17,139 $16,488 84.8% 74.9%
3 $17,816 $10,336 54.6% 56.6%
4 $18,464 $14,318 64.5% 80.7%
5 $18,609 $9,490 54.1% 70.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Saint Cloud State University the most affordable option for Communication Disorders?

Saint Cloud State charges $14,485 in net costs while maintaining a 95% acceptance rate, making it accessible to most applicants. The program produces graduates earning $32,284 annually, matching the highest earnings figure among Minnesota schools. Students graduate with $15,300 in debt, the lowest among all five programs.

How do graduation rates vary among Minnesota's cheapest Communication Disorders programs?

The University of Minnesota-Twin Cities leads with an 85% graduation rate despite costing $17,139 annually. Saint Cloud State achieves only 47% graduation rates at the lowest cost point of $14,485. The three Minnesota State University campuses cluster between 54-65% graduation rates with similar net costs around $17,000-$18,600.

Does attending a more expensive program guarantee higher earnings in Minnesota?

Saint Cloud State University and the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities both produce graduates earning $32,284 annually despite a $2,654 cost difference. Minnesota State Moorhead costs $17,816 but yields the lowest earnings at $25,774. The data suggests program quality matters more than price for salary outcomes.

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