Communication Disorders Sciences and Services at University of Florida-Online

University of Florida's online Communication Disorders program shows promising earnings growth, but the small graduating class makes it difficult to draw firm conclusions. With only about 30 graduates tracked, these numbers could shift significantly from year to year. That said, the pattern is encouraging: graduates start at $26,539—slightly above both the Florida and national medians—and nearly double their earnings to $52,814 by year four. This 99% growth rate is unusual for communication disorders programs, where earnings tend to plateau more quickly.

The debt picture is notably favorable. At $15,000, graduates owe roughly a third less than the national median for this field and can reasonably expect to pay off their loans within a year of hitting their four-year earnings mark. Being an online program may contribute to lower costs while maintaining access to UF's academic reputation.

The caveat matters here: small sample sizes can produce outliers that don't represent typical outcomes. If you're considering this program, recognize that you're looking at a limited track record. The online format also means your experience will differ significantly from traditional on-campus speech pathology students. For families specifically seeking a flexible, lower-debt pathway into this field, the numbers suggest reasonable value—but verify current outcomes directly with the program given the data limitations.