The AuD program at Towson University.
OBJECTIVE
This article provides an overview of the Towson University doctor of audiology (AuD) program.


METHODS
Faculty and facilities, program highlights and requirements, admission criteria, and funding opportunities are summarized.


CONCLUSIONS
Towson University is a student-focused university with an emphasis on interactive and interdisciplinary hands-on learning. The physical facilities include an active on-campus clinic and newly renovated facilities that are equipped with the latest diagnostic, treatment, research, and teaching equipment. Off-campus clinical rotations occur at state-of-the-art health care facilities in the Baltimore-Washington, DC, corridor and surrounding areas. Fourth-year externships include facilities across the United States. The AuD program includes a 104-credit curriculum combining didactic, clinical, and research courses. A comprehensive assessment system tracks progress throughout the program to ensure graduates are well prepared for entry into the profession as autonomous audiologists.
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Diana C
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Department of Audiology, Speeh Language Pathology, and Deaf Studies, Towson University, Towson, MD 21252-0001, USA. demanuel@towson.edu
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