Best colleges for Communication Disorders Sciences and Services in Arizona
Ranked by graduate earnings
Northern Arizona University, Arizona State University Campus Immersion and University of Arizona award the most Communication Disorders Sciences and Services degrees and certificates in Arizona: 226, 153 and 91 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 11 Arizona colleges offer Communication Disorders Sciences and Services and award 713 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Communication Disorders Sciences and Services program focuses on understanding and addressing various communication disorders, including speech, language, and hearing issues. This program is ideal for students interested in helping…
Top 3 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northern Arizona University Flagstaff Public · Certificate | $31,339 | 226 | 61% | — | $20,192 |
| 2 | University of Arizona Tucson Public · Bachelor's degree | $24,044 | 91 | 68% | — | $18,127 |
| 3 | Arizona State University Digital Immersion Scottsdale Public · Bachelor's degree Online | $37,074 | 179 | 0% | — | $20,536 |
Colleges awarding the most Communication Disorders Sciences and Services degrees in Arizona
Top 5 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northern Arizona University Flagstaff Public | 226 | $31,339 |
| 2 | Arizona State University Campus Immersion Tempe Public | 153 | $37,074 |
| 3 | University of Arizona Tucson Public | 91 | $24,044 |
| 4 | Estrella Mountain Community College Avondale Public | 3 | Not reported |
| 5 | Chandler-Gilbert Community College Chandler Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 6 Arizona colleges offering Communication Disorders Sciences and Services
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University Digital Immersion (Online) | Scottsdale | Public | 179 |
| Midwestern University - Glendale (Graduate only) | Glendale | Private not-for-profit | 47 |
| Glendale Community College | Glendale | Public | 5 |
| Mesa Community College | Mesa | Public | 5 |
| Paradise Valley Community College | Phoenix | Public | 2 |
| Scottsdale Community College | Scottsdale | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Speech-Language Pathologists (SOC 29-1127).
Top skills
What Speech-Language Pathologists earn in Arizona
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Communication Disorders Sciences and Services programs in Arizona.
Which Arizona colleges award the most Communication Disorders Sciences and Services degrees?+
Northern Arizona University (226 graduates a year), Arizona State University Campus Immersion (153 graduates a year) and University of Arizona (91 graduates a year) award the most Communication Disorders Sciences and Services degrees and certificates in Arizona, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 11 Arizona colleges offer Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.
Which Communication Disorders Sciences and Services program in Arizona has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Northern Arizona University tops the list at $31,339. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Speech-Language Pathologists earn in Arizona?+
The average annual wage for Speech-Language Pathologists in Arizona is $100,270 (median $97,800), across about 3,390 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Communication Disorders Sciences and Services program?+
The Communication Disorders Sciences and Services program focuses on understanding and addressing various communication disorders, including speech, language, and hearing issues. This program is ideal for students interested in helping…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop critical thinking, active listening, reading comprehension, writing, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Speech-Language Pathologists?+
The national job outlook is about +15.0% growth with around 13,300 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Master's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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