Hybrid
online learning and on-campus residency experiences
16 months
to complete (four semesters)
56
credit hours
OBU’s Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) program provides exceptional, Christ-centered preparation for those called to serve others through the prevention, assessment, and treatment of communication and swallowing disorders. Our experienced faculty combine professional expertise with personal mentorship, creating a learning environment that emphasizes spiritual growth, servant leadership, and academic excellence.
Rooted in Christian values, this program integrates innovative coursework, hands-on clinical training, and service-learning experiences to prepare you for a meaningful career as a speech-language pathologist.
In just 16 months, you will complete an accelerated hybrid curriculum that blends online coursework with immersive on-campus residencies and clinical externships in your own community. This flexible format equips you to grow both personally and professionally as you meet the needs of individuals across the lifespan with compassion, competence, and a commitment to Christ-centered care.
Application and Launch Dates
Applications will open in CSDCAS on July 15, 2025.
Pending CAA approval of candidacy status, applications will be for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 cohort starts.
Application deadlines for each cohort start are listed in CSDCAS.
Accreditation Status
The Master of Science (MS) education program in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) (distance education) at Oklahoma Baptist University (OBU) is an Applicant for Candidacy by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech- Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), 2200 Research Boulevard, #310, Rockville, MD 20850, 800-498-2071 or 301-296-5700.
Program Information
The Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (MS-SLP) provides high-quality, entry-level training for a career as a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). The innovative and engaging curriculum includes academic coursework and clinical experiences and is delivered in a hybrid accelerated format. Students will combine asynchronous online coursework with synchronous course meetings and required in-person, on-campus residency experiences at the OBU campus in Shawnee, Oklahoma to prepare them for clinical externships in their communities. Expert faculty integrate Christian values, spiritual growth, academic excellence, and clinical experiences into the curriculum to prepare students for SLP clinical practice. Through state-of-the-art online learning and engaging and comprehensive hands-on experiences, students will acquire the knowledge, skills, and attributes to enter the field of speech-language pathology as competent professionals.
The program is designed to meet accreditation standards set forth by the Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and to prepare graduates for entry-level clinical practice. Upon successful completion of the MS-SLP program, the national board examination (Praxis), and the Clinical Fellowship Experience (CF), graduates will be eligible for state licensure and the national credential, the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP).
Online Learning
The online component of the program offers both asynchronous (online instruction and assignments) and synchronous (live virtual classes with professors) learning opportunities. This flexible structure allows you to engage with course material at your convenience while also benefiting from personal interactions and mentorship.
You will learn and apply foundational principles and methods of speech-language pathology clinical practice through a dynamic online platform featuring video lectures, case studies, practical simulations, and collaborative projects. The curriculum is intentionally designed to cultivate critical thinking, clinical reasoning, ethical decision-making, and professionalism with a focus on Christ-centered care.
On-Campus Immersions
Students will travel to the OBU campus for two one-week on-campus residency experiences. The residency experiences prepare students for off-site placements in educational/pediatric, medical/adult, or telehealth settings through experiential learning activities led by expert faculty.
Service learning with adults and children in the local community is also infused into the on-campus residency experiences. During these sessions, students will refine their practical skills through labs, simulations, and workshops. These experiences provide students with an opportunity to build relationships with faculty and peers while learning to integrate Christian principles and values into patient and family centered care. On-campus residency experiences occur during week 9 of semester 1 and week 1 of semester 3
Clinical Experiences
Throughout the program, you will complete clinical externships in your local community. The three 16-week clinical rotations include an externship in a school or pediatric setting, an externship in a medical or adult clinical setting, and an experience in either a telehealth setting or a setting that matches your training needs. These clinical experiences are designed to provide varied experiences with individuals with communication and swallowing disorders and allow you to apply your knowledge and skills under the supervision of an experienced clinical educator. You will develop clinical competence and servant leadership by providing compassionate, Christ-centered care to individuals and families.
Through academic coursework, clinical experiences, and on-campus residencies, you will receive a well-rounded education that prepares you for success as an entry-level speech-language pathologist.
MS-SLP Virtual Information Sessions
Curious about a career in Speech-Language Pathology? Join us for our virtual information sessions on the 4th Friday of each month, starting June 1, 2025! Our MS-SLP faculty will share insights into the profession, walk you through the OBU program, and answer all your questions. This is your chance to connect with faculty, learn about the application process, and discover why OBU is the BEST place for your SLP graduate education. We can't wait to meet you—see you there!
Outstanding Faculty
OBU faculty are experts in their fields and will be with you every step of the way.

Program Director
Master of Science in Speech Language Pathology

Director of Clinical Education for the Speech Language Pathology Program,
Associate Professor of Speech Language Pathology
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Email: slp@okbu.edu
Phone: 405.585.4602