Audiologist
Audiologists diagnose, manage, and treat a patient’s hearing, balance, or ear problems. Further, audiologists treat other issues such as ringing in the ears, sensitivity to loud noises, and assess balance and equilibrium. Some audiologists also fit and dispense hearing aids and conduct research on hearing loss and related problems.
CAREER DESCRIPTION*
- National median salary: $92,120
- National projected career growth: 9%
- Most work in healthcare facilities, such as physicians' offices, audiology clinics, and hospitals
- Diagnose, manage, and treat hearing, balance, and ear problems
TYPICAL EDUCATION**
- Years of School (including undergraduate): 8
- Average Entering GPA: 3.658 (2024)
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- GRE required at some institutions
COMPETITIVE STUDENTS ALWAYS...
- Maintain a GPA above 3.0
- Obtain direct patient care experience
- Volunteer in the community (local health departments, community engagement organizations, etc.)
NEARBY SCHOOLS
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln
- University of Kansas
- University of Iowa
- University of Northern Colorado
- Washington University in St. Louis
*Data and information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
**Data and information from UNL
Last update: 9.2025