Clinical Doctorate in Audiology (AuD)

Tuition costs 10,608 USD per year.

The Clinical Doctorate in Audiology (AuD) is a four-year post-baccalaureate program. Students engage in extensive on-campus clinical education, progressing to off-campus experiences and a year-long clinical residency. The program's on-campus clinic serves as a vital training ground, providing a wide range of audiology services to clients of all ages, preparing students for independent professional practice.

The program requires 87-93 credit hours, distributed across coursework, clinical experiences, and a year-long clinical residency. Students choose between comprehensive exams or a 6-hour capstone project.

Graduates are qualified for professional positions in private and public clinical settings and educational settings.

Applicants need a four-year bachelor's degree and a minimum GPA of 3.0 on the last 60 hours of coursework (or cumulative for international credentials). Required documents include transcripts, three professional letters of recommendation, and an essay submitted via CSDCAS. International students must also meet English proficiency requirements.

This is a four-year, on-campus program with a year-long clinical residency. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 89% of applicants.

Illinois State University (ISU), founded in 1857 and located in Normal, is a comprehensive public university with a long tradition of teacher education and broad academic offerings across 252 programs. Serving roughly 20,878 students, including an international cohort of about 1,000, ISU combines strong undergraduate teaching with expanded graduate and professional programs in education, business, health sciences, arts and applied disciplines.

ISU emphasizes career-ready learning, small class sizes and strong faculty mentorship. Programs integrate experiential learning through internships, community partnerships and applied research, helping students build professional portfolios and practical experience. The university’s commitment to student success is reflected in advising services, career centers and active employer engagement that support transitions into regional and national job markets.

Campus life in Normal offers a welcoming college-town atmosphere with cultural events, clubs and practical support for international students, from orientation to career counseling. ISU’s location in central Illinois combines affordable living with access to metropolitan centers for internships and networking. For international applicants seeking a supportive, student-centered campus with a balance of academic breadth and applied opportunities, Illinois State provides a stable, professionally oriented environment to develop skills and begin a global career.