Admissions
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Admission Requirements
- Completion of a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution prior to matriculation into the MS MedSLP program.
- A minimum overall GPA of 3.0 is strongly recommended
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 for all prerequisite and SLP-related courses with no single course graded less than 2.0 (C)
- Completion of all listed prerequisites is required prior to starting the program.
- Prerequisite courses can be taken online through RMU’s Speech-Language Pathology Leveling courses or at any institute of higher education as long as they satisfy our prerequisite requirements.
Application Materials
- Completed CSDCAS application. You will submit all application materials within your CSDCAS application. These materials will include:
- Official transcripts* from bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Resume or CV detailing education, employment, volunteer service, and scholarly activity
- Statement of professional goals
- Three letters of recommendation
*You must request official transcripts from your previous institution’s Registrar’s Office. Official transcripts should be sent directly to CSDCAS. Any transcripts emailed from the applicant will be considered unofficial.
Other Requirements
Vaccinations
Vaccinations
Admitted students of the MS MedSLP program will receive vaccination forms regarding required vaccinations. Documentation is required for all vaccinations before starting the program. The University allows for vaccination exemptions and more information about the University’s position on vaccination can be reviewed at https://rm.edu/vaccination-statement/.
The MS MedSLP program requires the following vaccinations and testing (these are subject to change depending on public health concerns):
- Hepatitis B series and/or titer (Booster or additional series may be required if immunity not achieved)
- T-dap or qualified waiver-current within the last 10 years (if this expires during the program you must get a new one)
- 2 MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) (only 1, if born before 1957)
- 2 separate TB skin tests or negative chest radiograph (current for each year)
- Varicella Zoster titer or history of disease documented by health care professional (vaccine may be required if immunity not achieved)
- Current Year Influenza Shot
- Covid-19 Vaccination
Tech Requirements
Technology Requirements
Background and Purpose
The healthcare industry is heavily reliant on technology and providers who are proficient in utilizing technology. As a result, Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions requires extensive utilization of electronic devices for its programs. The purpose of this document is to define minimum technology requirements for students to ensure they are equipped with the hardware and software necessary to facilitate their participation and success in all facets of their education.
Laptop Computer
Operating System (OS)
- For PC: Windows 11
For Mac: macOS 14 (Sonoma) or higher
Specifications
- Processor: Apple – M1 Chip or better. Windows – Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 or better
- Memory/RAM: 8 GB minimum, 16GB recommended
- Storage: 256 GB Flash Solid-State Drive
- Display: 13 inches or larger (retina display 12-inch is acceptable)
- WiFi Connectivity: 802.11ac minimum (WiFi 5 or 6 recommended)
- Camera: High resolution (720p or better), internal or external
Note: Due to incompatibility with various software platforms and applications used at RMU, iPads and Chromebooks are not officially supported and thus are not acceptable replacements for a laptop, even if they meet or exceed the above specifications.
Buying Recommendations
PC laptops that adhere to the required specifications above include:
Apple offers educational discounts for students. Make sure to shop via their Education Store to receive the discount. Models adhering to the above specifications are:
Required Software
Your computer must have these systems installed:
- Adobe PDF Reader
- An anti-virus program.
- If you don’t already have one installed, we recommend Microsoft Defender (Windows) or Sophos Home (macOS)
Note: You should have only ONE anti-virus program installed; multiple installations can be troublesome.
High Speed Internet
- The connection should be a Cable/DSL broadband connection or better. We recommend having a minimum of 25 mbps download and 5 mbps upload speed. You can check your download and upload speeds at Speedtest.
- Your Internet Service Provider (ISP) must be reliable. Please note that wireless connections can be unstable; wired Ethernet connections should be used whenever possible. If the speed of your connection is inadequate, contact your ISP to upgrade to a higher-level service.
Internet Browser
- Due to its integration with Microsoft, we recommend Microsoft Edge.
- We also recommend that you have the Mozilla Firefox or Google Chrome browser available, as a backup.
Note: The Safari Browser (macOS) is incompatible with some of the services used by RMU and is thus not recommended.
Programs Not Using These Requirements
The above requirements are applicable to new students in all RMU programs except for the PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT (PA) and OPTOMETRY programs. Check out the PA and Optometry program technology policies for reference.
LAST UPDATED: Sep. 2026.
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Course
Number of Courses
Phonetics1 course
Anatomy in Communication & Swallowing1 course
Speech & Language Development1 course
Speech & Language Disorders1 course
Basic Hearing Screening/Audiology 1 course
Speech Science 1 course
*Completion of the previously listed prerequisite courses are required for admittance into the program.
However, there are additional courses required by ASHA to eventually receive licensure. Although, they don’t need to be completed prior to graduate school acceptance, they will be required prior to obtaining licensure. Please see ASHA requirements.
Prerequisite courses can be taken online through RMU’s Speech-Language Pathology Leveling courses or at any institute of higher education as long as they satisfy our prerequisite requirements.
Prerequisite Performance
Prerequisite Timeline Requirements
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Application Process
Step 1:
Complete an application using Communication Science Disorders Centralized Application Service (CSDCAS).
Step 2:
Once submitted and verified by CAS, applicants will be reviewed by the program-specific Admissions Selection Committee.
Step 3:
As part of the review, some applicants will be selected to participate in an interview. Interviews include a brief introduction to the program, a group problem-solving activity with four to six other applicants, and individual interviews with faculty.
Step 4:
Following the interview, the program will release an admission decision. Admission committee reviews happen approximately every two weeks, and decisions are made for each potential graduate student at that meeting. Applicants are notified of the result within a few days of the meeting.
Step 5:
If accepted, you’ll need to review and sign the enrollment agreement and submit an enrollment deposit in order for the Admissions office to process your enrollment.