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A speech, language, or hearing disorder can affect every aspect of a person\u2019s life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A major or minor in CSD is ideal for students who want to make a profound impact on how people communicate and connect with others. This field is particularly well-suited for those with interests in areas like life science, cognitive science, psychology, linguistics, education, or healthcare. Students who study CSD gain a comprehensive foundation in speech, language, and hearing sciences that prepares them for careers or further graduate study in audiology, speech-language pathology, education, healthcare, business, or a variety of other fields.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn more about the <a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/comscidis\/undergraduate\/undergraduate-degree-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">requirements<\/a> of an undergraduate degree in CSD at 91¸£Àû, including our program outcomes, and view the most current <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/10WvYzS3X-ivK7emyH--es_7u8w-vT_4i\/view?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CSD Undergraduate Handbook.<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opportunities are available for students to study at other institutions while obtaining a degree at the University of Maine. Students are able to attend other American institutions in other countries through Study Abroad. For detailed information about both domestic and international study away, contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/studyabroad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Education Abroad<\/a> office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Transfer Students<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders welcomes applications for admission from students who wish to transfer from other degree programs at 91¸£Àû and from other institutions. 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