Department of Social Work & Communication Sciences and Disorders
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FAQ
How do I begin taking the SLP Online prerequisite classes?
You begin by completing the SLP Online Enrollment Form and submitting it as well an application for In-State Tuition (if applicable) and transcripts for prerequisites (if applicable) to slponline@longwood.edu or fax to 434-395-2750.
Do I have to apply to Longwood University to take the classes?
No, you do not have to apply to Longwood to take the on-line classes. Just complete the SLP Online Enrollment Form and submit along with an application for in-state tuition rates (if applicable), and transcripts for prerequisites (if applicable).
Do I need official copies of transcripts?
No, you can submit a copy of your official transcripts via fax (434-395-2750) (It is your responsibility to confirm receipt of all faxed items by calling 434.395.2380) or e-mail (slponline@longwood.edu).
How much is tuition?
Click here for current in-state and out-of-state tuition rates.
If I need to withdraw after class has begun, what do I do?
You submit a Course Withdrawal Form to the Registration Office via fax to 434-395-2252 (It is your responsibility to confirm receipt of all faxed items by calling 434.395.2580) or via e-mail to registrar@longwood.edu if you have the capability to scan the completed document and attach it to the e-mail. Withdrawal deadlines are available on the Academic Calendars for each semester and also on the 'How do I get started?' section of these pages.
If I have questions about payment of tuition and fees, where should I look?
The Office of Cashiering and Student Accounts can assist with payment questions. Access them via the internet at www.longwood.edu/studentaccounts or via e-mail at studentaccountsoffice@longwood.edu or via telephone at 434-395-2274 or 434-395-2067.
Is financial assistance available for the SLP Prerequisite Online program?
Federally funded financial aid is not available to the SLP Prerequisite online program because this is not a degree-seeking program. Federal aid is limited to degree programs only. The only funding available through Financial Aid certification would be a Private/Alternative loan. The Financial Aid office at Longwood University will be happy to assist in this process, however, Longwood University is not allowed to suggest a lender. These loans are processed mostly online, therefore, it is recommended to try a search online of "private student loans" and a wide variety of lending institutions should be available to help you choose. Also, search for "comparison of student loans" may reveal a website that will compare different lenders.
Longwood does have a Monthly Payment Plan program. Information on this program is available through the Office of Student Accounts. You may access this office either by phone at 434.395.2067 or online at http://www.longwood.edu/studentaccounts/mpplan.htm
How do these classes impact my current GPA?
Successful completion of these slponline courses will NOT guarantee admission to graduate school at Longwood University or any other college/university. Your performance in these courses will not affect or be averaged with your cumulative undergraduate GPA earned in a bachelor's degree. Your cumulative GPA earned with a bachelor's degree must meet the minimum required for admission (3.0 at Longwood University) in order to be considered. If you have earned a master's degree, it supercedes the bachelor's degree for admission criteria related to GPA. Many graduate programs in speech-language pathology (including Longwood University) require a minimum grade of B or higher in specific disicipline courses.
If you are transferring these slponline courses to another university, you should contact that university to understand the impact of your grade(s) on your GPA at that university.
Is there a certain sequence that must be followed in the coursework?
There is a recommended sequence of courses. You may take any combination of courses of the nine offered. Some courses will require a prerequisite.
Where are graduate programs in Communication Sciences and Disorders offered in Virginia?
There are currently six universities in Virginia that offer master's degrees in Communication Sciences and Disorders. They are
- Longwood University
- University of Virginia
- James Madison University
- Radford University
- Old Dominion University
- Hampton University
Did You Know?
- Communication disorders are among the most common disabilities in the United States.
- About 700,000 Americans suffer from a stroke annually.
- An estimated 1.5 to 2 million individuals each year in the United States sustain a Traumatic Brain Injury
- Several studies suggest that 8 to 12 people per 1,000 experience severe communication impairments that require Augmentative Alternative Communication
