program description

completion of the undergraduate bachelor of science degree in speech pathology and audiology can prepare the student for the graduate level education needed to work in either profession. a master's degree in speech-language pathology or a doctoral degree in audiology is the entry-level requirement for certification as a professional. students may use this major to obtain academic coursework required for work as a speech-language pathology assistant, support personnel for speech-language pathologists.

pre-professional pathways

pre-professional is a category for college of arts and sciences students at western michigan university who intend to enter a professional school after graduating with their bachelor's degrees. if you plan to enter a health profession or attend law school, wmu's pre-professional pathways offer the guidance, support, academic preparation and field experience you need to be successful. please let your recruiter know if you are interested in one or multiple pathways. the options are:

• pre-chiropractic
• pre-dental
• pre-forensic science
• pre-law
• pre-medicine
• pre-naturopathic medicine
• pre-optometry
• pre-pharmacy
• pre-physical therapy
• pre-physician assistant
• pre-public health
• pre-veterinary
• pre-secondary education