
Gallaudet University is a nonprofit private institution located in Washington, DC and provides a large number of program options for students. Around a thousand students enroll at Galludet University yearly.
Students can choose from many areas of study, including:
- Communications And Journalism
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Ethnic Cultural And Gender Studies
- Family And Consumer Sciences
- Psychology
Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. An ACT or SAT exam is required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 630 to 905 for the SAT exam and between 15 to 21 for the ACT exam is typical among students admitted to this school. An estimated 70 percent of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 71 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.
Tuition is approximately $13,000 for the year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students may check the school's tuition calculator to find what your personalized cost of attendance would be. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus for around a cost of $6,000 each year. Students attending Gallaudet University may qualify for aid which is generally loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
Athletic programs are available at Gallaudet University through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs that are available include:
- Baseball (NCAA Division III)
- Basketball (NCAA Division III)
- Football (NCAA Division III)
- Soccer (NCAA Division III)
Students should visit the Gallaudet University website to see a complete list of programs offered, student services, and more.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the students Gallaudet University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Gallaudet University is about 1,500, with undergraduate students making up about 68% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition is estimated to range between $15,000-$18,000 for both in-state and out-of-state students
- Per unit charges are around $690 for part time students
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 93% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 92% | $19,102 |
Receiving Student Loans | 43% | $5,448 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Gallaudet University may offer services to students like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
Graduation Rates
Gallaudet University has an overall graduation rate which is close to 48%.
Number of Year to Graduate | Percent of Entering Class |
---|---|
Students Graduating in 4 Years | 16% |
Graduating in 5 Years | 26% |
Graduating in 6 Years | 6% |
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Clinical Audiology (Au.D.) Program
- Clinical Psychology (Ph.D.) Program
- English Language Program
- Speech-Language Pathology Program
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Gallaudet University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III (with football) classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (365)
- Basketball (365)
- Football (366)
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.

Get more information about the programs offered by Gallaudet University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (B)
- Organizational and Nonprofit Management (M)
- Accounting (B)
- Information Systems
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
- Information Science (B)
- Computer (B)
Education
- Education, Early Childhood Special Education Programs (C, M)
- Education, Teaching Individuals with Hearing Impairments (C, D, M)
- Education (B)
- Guidance Counselor (M)
- Special Education
- Bilingual and Multilingual Education
- Special Education and Teaching
- Administration of Special Education
- Teacher and Professional Development
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Ethnic Cultural and Gender Studies
- Deaf Studies (B, M)
- Ethnic and Cultural Minority Studies (C)
Family and Consumer Sciences
Foreign Languages and Literature
- Sign Language (B, M)
- Sign Language Interpretation and Translation (B, D, M)
- Linguistics (D, M)
- Spanish Language and Literature (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Speech and Language Pathology (M)
- Audiology, Hearing Sciences (D, M)
- Mental Health Counseling (M)
History
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Services
- Social Work (B, M)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Medicine (B)
- Parks and Recreation (B)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
- Political Science (B)
- Development Economics and International Development (M)
Visual and Performing Arts
- Visual and Performing Arts (B)
- Directing and Theatrical Production (B)
- Graphic Design (B)
- Fine Arts and Studio Arts (B)
- Art History
- Film, Video and Photographic Arts
- Photography
- Design and Visual Communications
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Data Disclaimer
Information displayed on this page has been obtained from Institution, State, and Federal data sources, including the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) Survey 2010-2016. Information should be solely used for informational purposes only and may not be accurate for the current year. Contact Gallaudet University for official up-to-date information.