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Public universities dominate affordable speech-language pathology education in Virginia, with Old Dominion University leading at just $14,170 net cost. The $18,000 gap between cheapest public and private options reflects stark cost differences, while James Madison graduates earn $26,739 annually. Virginia's proximity to major healthcare systems like Inova Health creates strong regional demand for communication disorders specialists across Northern Virginia medical facilities.
6
Programs
$14,170 – $32,145
Net Price Range
$22,948
Avg. Program Earnings
64.6%
Avg. Graduation Rate

6 Communication Disorders Sciences and Services Programs

Program rankings
# School Net Price In-State Tuition Graduation Rate Acceptance Rate
1 $14,170 $12,262 44.4% 95.1%
2 $16,640 $12,286 49.6% 93.3%
3 $20,814 $15,200 61.6% 87.8%
4 $21,816 $13,576 80.9% 78.3%
5 $22,881 $20,986 95.3% 18.7%
6 $32,145 $29,162 55.7% 74.5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the wide graduation rate gap among Virginia programs?

University of Virginia achieves a 95.30% graduation rate compared to Old Dominion's 44.40%, reflecting different admission standards and student preparation levels. James Madison falls in between at 80.90% with more selective 78.31% acceptance, while maintaining reasonable $21,816 costs.

How do Virginia earnings compare to national speech-language pathology averages?

Virginia graduates earn $20,140 to $26,739 annually, with James Madison producing the highest earners. These figures reflect entry-level positions, as experienced speech-language pathologists in Virginia's government and healthcare sectors typically earn significantly more.

Does the VTAG grant make private programs more competitive?

Hampton University costs $32,145 net even with potential VTAG assistance, still double most public options. The $29,162 sticker price suggests limited grant impact, making public universities the clear value choice for Virginia residents.

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