[Post-Professional] Doctor of Audiology
A.T. Still University’s Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology (AuD) Program offers a fully online curriculum designed to align with each audiologist’s professional experience and educational needs. The personalized AuD academic plan provides a meaningful, practice-relevant path for current practitioners to advance their education, strengthen patient care, and contribute to the future of the audiology profession.
Length of Program
The standard program length for the online Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology Program is two years (38 semester credit hours) for students who have completed a master’s degree in audiology and have the equivalent of three or more years of full-time post-master’s audiology practice experience. A three-year curriculum plan (57 semester credit hours) is available for students who have the equivalent of one to three years of full-time post-master’s audiology practice experience.
Tuition and Fees
Annual tuition rates are split and billed according to the scheduled semesters and are due in the first week of class. Most fees follow a similar billing schedule, with a few exceptions. Rates are subject to change each academic year for all enrolled students. Delinquent balances incur penalties at a rate of 1.5% per month, totaling 18% annually.
For ATSU programs approved to certify for Title IV funding, a Cost of Attendance (COA) is available, which provides estimated amounts for direct and indirect expenses for a period of enrollment.
2-Year Program Tuition: $9,140 per year
3-Year Program Tuition: $8,570 per year
Non-Degree Tuition: $450 per credit hour
Non-Degree Student Technology Fee: $44 per credit hour
Admissions
Application Process
The online Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology Program is designed with a focus on meeting the needs of the global practicing professional. The program is now accepting applications. Program information and a link to the online application can be found at https://www.atsu.edu/doctor-of-audiology-degree-online.
Application Deadline
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Students are enrolled in the Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology Program twice a year; July and January.
Admission Requirements
- A master’s or doctoral degree in audiology from a regionally-accredited college or institution, or the equivalent based on evaluation of foreign transcripts for U.S. degree/course equivalency. Master’s degree equivalency, as demonstrated through state licensure in audiology or verification of the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A), is also accepted. Applicants holding a master’s degree in a closely related discipline may also be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis, pending review of academic preparation and professional experience.
- A minimum 2.70 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) is required for admission to the graduate program. In some cases, undergraduate coursework may be considered in the GPA calculation, particularly for applicants whose qualifying degree for audiology practice is earned at the undergraduate level or whose academic pathway does not include a traditional master’s degree.
- Submission of all official college or academic transcripts from the institutions where master’s and/or doctoral degree/s were earned, and official transcripts for a bachelor’s degree in audiology or all academic coursework utilized for degree/course equivalency. Applicants who have graduated from a university outside the United States must submit acceptable evidence of U.S. degree/course equivalency. Canadian transcripts which are in English and on a 4.0 scale do not require evidence of U.S. degree/course equivalency.
- International applicants must also review the information on admissions for international students.
- Applicants must provide official documentation verifying their audiology licensure, certification, or registration status.
- Active Licensure/Certification/Registration: Applicants currently licensed, certified, or registered to practice audiology must submit official documentation confirming their active status.
- Previous Licensure/Certification/Registration: Applicants who previously held, but do not currently maintain, licensure, certification, or registration must submit official documentation verifying prior status. Documentation must reflect licensure, certification, or registration that was active within the past ten (10) years. If the issuing authority does not provide paper verification, applicants must include the official website URL where verification of prior licensure or certification can be obtained.
- Ineligibility: Applicants with a license, certification, or registration that is currently suspended or revoked are not eligible for admission to the program. Additionally, applicants who have not been engaged in the profession of audiology and whose most recent licensure, certification, or registration expired more than ten (10) years ago are not eligible for admission.
- The length and breadth of professional experience in audiology will determine the appropriate curriculum plan.
- Two-Year Plan: May be approved for applicants with three or more years of full-time clinical experience.
- Three-Year Plan: Required for applicants with one to three years of full-time clinical experience.
- Three-Year Plan (Re-entry into Profession): Applicants who have not engaged in the professional practice of audiology for five or more years, regardless of current licensure, certification, or registration status, will be required to follow the three-year curriculum plan.
- Ineligibility: Applicants who have not practiced audiology within the past ten years are not eligible for admission to the Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology (AuD) program.
- Applicants must submit an Employer Verification form from a current or most recent employer. A colleague can complete the verification form to attest for those who are self-employed.
- Computer literacy and experience in word processing and Internet use. All curricula require extensive computer usage.
- One reference from an audiologist or healthcare professional familiar with the applicant’s clinical and professional experience. A letter of reference must be submitted for each application year.
- A personal resume following the guidelines offered in the application packet.
- All ATSU students are required to own a computer system. Minimum system technology specifications vary depending on the program.
- Applicants are required to demonstrate proficiency in English when applying to the Arizona School of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University. Written and spoken proficiency in the English language may be demonstrated by one of the following options:
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Option 1: English is your first language.
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Option 2: Graduated from a college or university accredited by a U.S. Department of Education institutional accreditor (minimum BA or BS).
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Option 3: You are demonstrating your English proficiency by submitting acceptable scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Testing Service (IELTS).
Acceptable minimal scores for ATSU-ASHS applications are:
- TOEFL: Internet based total score: 80
- Minimum of 21 on Reading Section
- Minimum of 24 on Writing Section
- TOEFL: Essentials overall score: 8.5
- Minimum of 8.5 on Reading Section
- Minimum of 10 on Writing Section
- IELTS overall band score of 6.5
The TOEFL is administered by TOEFL/TSE Services, P.O. Box 6151, Princeton, NJ, 08541-6151, USA 609.771.7100. Information is available at TOEFL. A.T. Still University’s institutional code is 0339. Please be sure to include this information when you submit your application packet. TOEFL Educational Testing Services P.O. Box 6151 Princeton, NJ 08541-6151 609.771.7100
IELTS information can be located at https://ielts.org/ielts-usa.
Foreign Credential Evaluation Applicants who have graduated from a foreign college or university (outside the United States and Canada) must submit acceptable evidence of U.S. degree/course equivalency. All coursework taken at the foreign institution must be evaluated for American institution equivalence by one of the following services:
International Education Evaluations (IEE)
7900 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd., Suite 1A | Charlotte, NC 28227
(704) 772-0109
https://myiee.org/university/a-t-still-university-of-health-sciences
Josef Silny & Associates, Inc.
International Education Consultants
7101 SW 102 Avenue | Miami FL 33173
Phone: 305.273.1616 | Fax: 305.273.1338
info@jsilny.com | www.jsilny.com
World Education Services
P.O. Box 5087 Bowling Green Station | New York, NY 10274-5087
Phone: 212.966.6311 | Fax: 212.739.6139
info@wes.org | www.wes.org
Interviews are conducted via virtual meeting or by phone for those applicants who are considered potential candidates.
If an applicant is not granted admission, upon consideration of a completed application file, new materials and fees must be submitted in order to reapply at a later date and to demonstrate additional qualifications.
Applicants who wish to be considered for more than one program at ATSU must submit a separate application fee and application packet. Application materials are not transferable to another ATSU program. Acceptance to ATSU is to a specific program and is not transferable to any other program. For additional information, contact an Enrollment Counselor (toll-free) at 877.469.2878 or onlineinquiry@atsu.edu.
International Student Admissions
This online program is open to international applicants.
Graduation Requirements
To earn the Doctor of Audiology degree through the post-professional online program, all students must:
- Complete all courses in the prescribed academic degree plan.
- Pass all courses with a minimum grade of ‘C’ and an overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Submit an RSVP for the appropriate commencement ceremony (found on the graduation website).
Note: Attending a commencement ceremony is not required but is highly recommended.
This program prepares graduates for employment in the following occupation(s), as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system, as reported on the institution’s Application for Approval to Participate in the Federal Student Financial Aid Programs: Audiologists 29-1181.00.
Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology Program Online Non-Degree
The Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology Non-Degree Seeking (NDS) option is designed for practicing audiologists holding a master’s or doctoral degree in audiology (e.g., MA, MS, AuD, or PhD) with a minimum of one year of full-time practice as a licensed/certified/registered audiologist, interested in the following:
- Expanding current knowledge and skill set into another aspect of the profession.
- Collaborating with global peers on a topic of interest.
- Obtaining continuing education hours through online education (all individuals interested in obtaining CEU credits are encouraged to obtain prior course approval from their professional licensure/registration/certification organization).
- Relocating and in need of additional credits to obtain licensure/certification/registration in a different country (documentation required from the credentialing agency).
- Considering the AuD program and enrolling in the single-course option to explore online education.
Non-degree seeking students may complete a maximum of three courses.
Non-degree seeking credit hours may be transferred to the Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology Program if the course was passed with a grade of “B” (80%) or better.
Non-degree seeking students transferring credit hours into the full, Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology Program will be required to pay the full, flat rate established for the Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology Program.
Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology students transferring NDS credits have 2 options:
- Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology students may opt not to take a course in a session for which they have transferred in course credits.
- Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology students have the option to take another course that is offered during that session. Determination would be made during the interview process.
Non-degree course credits will not be transferable after 5 years of completing the non-degree seeking course.
For enrollment in non-degree seeking online courses, A.T. Still University (ATSU) employees, legally recognized spouses and children of ATSU employees, residential students and legally recognized spouses, ATSU preceptors, ATSU alumni, and members of audiology professional state associations or ATSU Audiology partner organizations may be eligible for a tuition discount. For questions regarding eligibility, please contact Enrollment Services at (direct) 660-626-2019 or via email to enrollmentservices@atsu.edu.
Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology Non-Degree Admissions Requirements
- A master’s or doctoral degree in audiology from a regionally-accredited college or institution, or the equivalent based on evaluation of foreign transcripts for U.S. degree/course equivalency. Master’s degree equivalency as demonstrated through state licensure in audiology or verification of the Certificate of Clinical Competence in Audiology (CCC-A) is also accepted.
- Submission of all official college or academic transcripts for institutions from which a master’s and/or doctoral degree/s were earned, or official transcripts for all academic coursework utilized for degree/course equivalency. Canadian transcripts, which are in English and on a 4.0 grading scale, do not require evidence of U.S. degree/course equivalency.
- Applicants must submit official documentation of current audiology licensure/certification/registration. If licensure/certification/registration were held in the past, but are not currently active, applicants must submit official documentation of previous licensure, certification, or registration. If the licensure or certification agency does not send paper verification forms, the applicant must provide a website URL for verification of previous licensure or certification. For applicants who practice outside of the United States or Canada, the applicant must provide official documentation of regulatory certification or registration to practice audiology that is held by the applicant, and the applicant’s credentials will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Individuals are not eligible to enroll in the program if their license, certification, or registration is currently revoked or suspended.
- Applicants are required to demonstrate proficiency in English when applying to the Arizona School of Health Sciences, A.T. Still University. Written and spoken proficiency in the English language may be demonstrated by one of the following options:
- Option 1: English is your first language.
- Option 2: Graduated from a regionally accredited four-year university or college in the United States (minimum BA or BS).
- Option 3: You are demonstrating your English proficiency by submitting acceptable scores on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Testing Service (IELTS).
Acceptable minimal scores for ATSU-ASHS applications are:
- TOEFL: Internet based total score: 80
- Minimum of 21 on Reading Section
- Minimum of 24 on Writing Section
- TOEFL: Essentials overall score: 8.5
- Minimum of 8.5 on Reading Section
- Minimum of 10 on Writing Section
- IELTS overall band score of 6.5
- The TOEFL is administered by TOEFL/TSE Services, P.O. Box 6151, Princeton, NJ, 08541-6151, USA 609.771.7100. Information is available at TOEFL. ATSU’s institutional code is 0339. Please be sure to include this information when you submit your application packet. TOEFL Educational Testing Services P.O. Box 6151 Princeton, NJ 08541-6151 609.771.7100
- IELTS information can be located at https://ielts.org/ielts-usa.
All ATSU students are required to own a computer system. Minimum system technology specifications vary depending on the program.
Foreign Credential Evaluation
Applicants who have graduated from a foreign college or university must submit acceptable evidence of U.S. degree/course equivalency. All coursework taken at the foreign institution must be evaluated for American institution equivalence by one of the following services:
International Education Evaluations (IEE)
7900 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd., Suite 1A | Charlotte, NC 28227
704.772.0109
https://myiee.org/about-us
Josef Silny & Associates, Inc. International Education Consultants
7101 SW 102 Avenue | Miami FL 33173
305.273.1616 | Fax: 305.273.1338
info@jsilny.com | www.jsilny.com
World Education Services
P.O. Box 5087 Bowling Green Station | New York, NY 10274-5087
212.966.6311 | Fax: 212.739.6139
info@wes.org | www.wes.org
Curriculum
These advanced courses in the doctor of audiology curriculum will equip students with the knowledge, skills, clinical insights, and techniques that define A.T. Still University as a leading learning-centered institution.
Each student follows an individualized academic degree plan, so not all courses listed below will appear in every student’s curriculum.
Courses of instruction used for the online Post-Professional Doctor of Audiology Program allow specific areas of knowledge and clinical practice to be defined and presented in concise units. Each course is four or ten weeks in length (indicated in parentheses following the description).
Credits assigned to audiology courses are one and a half semester credit hours for a four-week course, and four semester credit hours for a ten-week course. Courses that are required within an academic plan are noted by asterisks. Other courses listed can be selected by students to meet their academic goals. The course descriptions, course duration, and related information are subject to change.
Courses
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