New England’s premier program for impactful research and education in speech, language, and hearing sciences as well as clinical practice in audiology and speech-language pathology.

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Undergraduate Program

Our undergraduate major readies students for a wide range of careers and graduate study.
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Research

Housed within a nationally-ranked R1 university, our department is the home for cutting-edge research in our fields.
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Graduate Programs

Our graduate programs emphasize hands-on learning in clinical and research settings.

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Summer Pre-Masters Courses for SLP

Our summer, online, asynchronous pre-masters coursework offers the opportunity to complete courses typically needed for admission to graduate school for Speech Language Pathology.  

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Speech and Hearing Clinic

The UConn Speech and Hearing Clinic delivers compassionate, state-of-the-art, evidence-based clinical care in speech-language pathology and audiology. Based at the Storrs campus, we serve clients from UConn and surrounding communities.

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News

  • SLHS Research In Review 2026
    Join us for our upcoming event on Friday, February 20th, 2026, from 5:00–9:00 PM at the UConn Alumni Center in Storrs, Connecticut, where we will be hosting UConn SLHS Research in Review 2026. Eight UConn SLHS researchers will be presenting their latest findings in speech, language, and hearing sciences, emphasizing clinical implications. Afterward, a moderated panel will allow attendees to engage with speakers, explore diverse views, and assess real-world […]
    Posted on January 29, 2026
  • Collaborative Learning and Engagement for Students in SLHS
    We are excited to launch Collaborative Learning and Academic Engagement (CLAE) for undergraduate students in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. CLAE connects new SLHS students with experienced peer mentors to support academic success, research engagement, and community involvement. Mentees gain personalized guidance and earn 1 credit Mentors build leadership skills and earn 2 credits This […]
    Posted on January 25, 2026
  • Congratulations to Dr. Houston on His New Role
    After a period of dedicated leadership as Head of the Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences (SLHS), Dr. Derek Houston is stepping into a new role as Associate Dean for Research and Strategic Initiatives in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Reflecting on his time as Department Head, Dr. Houston notes that while the role came with its […]
    Posted on January 21, 2026