Online Graduate Program Tuition & Financial Aid
Tuition for the 2025-2026 academic year for Baylor’s online Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology is $1,900 per credit hour for all graduate and leveling coursework. The online Speech-Language Pathology graduate program is 45 graduate course credits with an additional 18 undergraduate course credits for students who enter under the “Leveling” plan of study and need undergraduate coursework before starting the graduate program.
Estimated program costs for the 2025-2026 academic year:
| Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost per Credit Hour | $1,900 | $1,900 |
| Average Credits/Trimester | 10 | 7 |
| Average Tuition/Trimester | $19,000 | $13,300 |
| Average Tuition/Year (3 trimesters) | $57,000 | $39,900 |
| Total Tuition Cost (45 credits) | $85,500 | $85,500 |
| Additional Leveling Tuition (18 credits) | $34,200 | $34,200 |
| Estimated Additional Fees, Books, Etc.* | $2,500 | $2,500 |
*Students can expect to pay additional fees including a $250 deposit, $100 technology fee, textbook purchases, and clinical program applications such as Calipso, Master Clinician, Simucase, and Complio, which includes background checks, drug screenings, immunizations, and other medical clearance requirements. Students will also need to factor in the cost of travel to and from clinical placements sites.
For more information about billing and financial aid, visit One Stop Student Financial Services. You may also view Baylor's Cost of Attendance Calculator.
Financial Aid
To be considered for federal, state, and Baylor need-based financial aid including loans, grants, and need-based Baylor scholarships, you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). There is no fee to complete the FAFSA. If at all possible, use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool (DRT) to access your most recent income tax return(s).
Baylor's school code is 003545. Baylor normally receives results of the FAFSA within two to three business days.
For more information about applying for financial aid at Baylor, visit Baylor One Stop Student Financial Services.
Outside Scholarships
Outside scholarship opportunities that align with your background, experiences, and academic goals can provide an excellent opportunity to assist with financing your education. Baylor CSD has created a list of external scholarships as a resource to help students explore additional funding opportunities.
Graduate Student Loans
As an online Speech-Language Pathology graduate student, there are several types of financial aid that may be available to assist you with funding your graduate education, including federal and private loans. Baylor One Stop Student Financial Services provides helpful information about exploring these options.
Financial Aid Checklist
When considering how you will fund your education, we encourage you to be proactive and to review the necessary timelines for securing the various forms of financial aid. This Financial Aid Checklist for Speech-Language Pathology graduate students offers a helpful guide to assist students in navigating the financial aid process.