2.12.5 The Application Process
(a) An application form must be submitted to be considered for entrance into a concentration
(b) Applications must include verification of current academic standing, final SLLC clinical performance markers, and a statement of purpose in essay form.
(c) Applications must be submitted by 5:00PM on the deadlines below (in Year 1) in order to be considered:
- Adult Neurogenic Communication Disorders July 1
- Autism Spectrum Disorders July 1
- Early Intervention July 1
- Literacy, without licensure July 1
- Literacy, with MA DESE reading licensure March 1
- Medical Speech Pathology July 1
- Voice Disorders July 1
(d) Final SLLC evaluation scores are used in the application process, therefore unless applying for the Literacy concentration with reading licensure, applications cannot be submitted prior to completing the final Spring SLLC evaluation with one’s supervisor.
(e) Due to the early application deadline, acceptance into the Literacy concentration with MA DESE Reading Specialist Licensure will be fully contingent upon achieving all academic and clinical eligibility criteria at the completion of spring semester of Year 1.
(f) Applications are reviewed by the Concentration Committee, and decisions will be communicated in time to allow for appropriate class registration and placement considerations for the following term.