Indiana University Audiology Program

[nch20139]

I recently received an offer from Indiana University in Bloomington offering 90% tuition remission the first year. It is a three year program and I am in-state, so the tuition is lower than any of the other schools I applied to. I am just concerned about it being a three year program as well as a lack of clinical opportunities aside from geriatrics. Does anyone have any insight into the program including pros and cons? Is the reputation positive or negative? I have also been accepted into some top ranked schools including Vanderbilt, but I'm not sure if the cost is justified.

 

Thanks for your help!

[mitts02]

There's another thread called "Accelerated Audiology" that has some more insight on their program. I was also offered a 90% tuition remission (out of state) plus an ASL assistantship worth $11,000. It was hard to turn down, but I did it because of the reasons you stated. For me personally, I don't think I would be confident enough in my skills after just 2 years, to start a full time externship. Yeah, I'm a little older and loved the idea of being done at 31 instead of 32, but I think the extra year spent working with preceptors, mentors, with supervision and guidance will make me a better practitioner. I've historically struggled with self-confidence in work settings so this is very much just a personal preference. 

Also, I want to be a pediatric audiologist, and the opportunities at IU just didn't seem as strong as other programs I was accepted to. 

The "Accelerated Audiology" thread has comments from a current student; I would DM him/her for more insight! Good luck in your decision!

[nch20139]

Thank you for your information. I am also an "older student," but don't think I want to sacrifice experiences for finishing early either. I just received funding at Vanderbilt and will likely be accepting!

Good luck to you!