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Dr. Laura-Ann Pettito, Steering Committee Chair Sorenson Language and Communication Center, Room 1224 Dr. Melissa Herzig, Program Assistant Director Sorenson Language and Communication Center, Roo...

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Sociology is the scientific discipline of focusing on the social behavior of humankind. Observing the more difficult aspects of culture, sociologists search for answers to explain how society may c...

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Much like in personal relationships, communication is the key to success in business and your career. Communication majors learn the skills most desired by employers*: Ability to work in teams Abil...

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Our Education programs are designed to prepare students for careers as teachers, researchers, educational leaders, and international development advocates. Our faculty boasts nationally and interna...

Elijah Henderson

College can be expensive, but at Gallaudet, we have a team who will invest in you to make it affordable through various options like financial aid, scholarships, and more. With continuous support from Gallaudet, Elijah took full advantage of his opportunities on campus and around Washington, D.C. by investing in himself and his community. He accomplished that by hosting ASL Open Mic Nights at Busboys and Poets, interning with the FAA, and so much more!

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Annabelle Scroggins

Opportunities are endless at Gallaudet University! Both on- and off-campus living create perfect opportunities for students to gain confidence while balancing living with earning a degree at a ranked university.

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Midajah Davis

Midajah elevated from being embarrassed about her deafness and hiding her identity to thriving at Gallaudet, being proud of herself and her deafness, and unlocking her true potential.

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Payton DeGraw

As a Cued Speech user, Payton felt welcomed at Gallaudet, the bilingual university for deaf and hard of hearing students. Getting a jumpstart with her ASL before her academic journey began allowed her to really go places at Gallaudet, getting involved in athletics and organizations.

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Ernest Hairston and Mencie Hairston

Ernie and Mencie came to Gallaudet from different countries and different backgrounds for different reasons. They met at a lecture Ernie gave, and from there they formed a connection that only Gallaudet people can truly understand.

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Erisette Cruz

Erisette came here not only to embrace her disability as an integral part of her identity, but also to reinforce her sense of self as a Latinx individual, drawing inspiration from faculty members who share her background and the organizations she's involved in within her community.

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Caroline Kobek Pezzarossi, ’07

Caroline Kobek Pezzarossi, G-’07 & PhD '08, found her true identity at Gallaudet University when she went there for her graduate degrees. She is now the Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Certification, working to keep Gallaudet accredited.

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Marlena Rauber

Gallaudet University is Marlena’s third college; she didn’t go to Gallaudet first because she thought it would be better to go to a hearing college. Instead, it only made her want something more.

She will finally graduate with the degree she always meant to do. Not only that, Marlena also found her home here.

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Darrius Doe, '18

Alumni Darrius Doe returns to campus after graduation as a staff member, reflecting on his formative years that brought him full circle to Gallaudet.

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Melissa Yingst, '00

Melissa talks about how she went from being a student and hosting the "What's Up, Gallaudet" show to having a successful career and her own online show.

All of this began at Gallaudet, where she learned to love the media, tell stories, and get involved with the deaf and signing communities.

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incoming students are new signers.

33% of new undergraduate students come from mainstream high school programs.

33% of incoming undergraduate students are new and emerging signers.

33% of new undergraduate students come from schools for deaf students.

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of our graduate students are deaf or hard of hearing.
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33% of new undergraduate students come from mainstream high school programs.

33% of incoming undergraduate students are new and emerging signers.

33% of new undergraduate students come from schools for deaf students.

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incoming students are new signers.

33% of new undergraduate students come from mainstream high school programs.

33% of incoming undergraduate students are new and emerging signers.

33% of new undergraduate students come from schools for deaf students.

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of our graduate students are either deaf and hard of hearing or hearing.

Live, study, and interact 24/7 on and off-campus

8:1 Undergraduate Student Faculty Ratio

6:1 Graduate Student Faculty Ratio

9 in every 10 undergraduate students are receiving financial support to attend.

56% of fall 2021 undergraduate enrolling class were students of color.

54% of new faculty hires are BIPOC.

$19 million in research funding for 2022-2023.

130+ current research projects

27 students received research grants in 2021

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Gallaudet is home to seven men’s and women’s NCAA varsity teams.

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Gallaudet is home to seven men’s and women’s NCAA varsity teams.

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Areas of Study

Bachelor's Degree Programs

Master's Degree Programs

Doctoral Programs

Certificate Programs

Specialist Degree Program

Our community of more than 1,400 undergraduate and graduate students and 23,000 alumni represent 50 states and territories and 100 nations.

97%

of undergraduate students who graduated are either employed or furthering their education.

90%

of undergraduate students received some type of financial aid.

81%

of undergraduate students land internships during college.

67%

of undergraduate students leave with less debt compared to other schools.

58%

less tuition and fees than the national average U.S. university for undergraduate students.

50%

of incoming merit scholarships awarded to undergraduate BIPOC students.

99%

of graduate school alumni are either employed or furthering education.

78%

of graduate school alumni work in fields that support and advance deaf community.

68%

graduate students earned tuition assistance from their program.

97%

of undergraduate students who graduated are either employed or furthering their education.

90%

of undergraduate students received some type of financial aid.

81%

of undergraduate students land internships during college.

67%

of undergraduate students leave with less debt compared to other schools.

58%

less tuition and fees than the national average U.S. university for undergraduate students.

50%

of incoming merit scholarships awarded to undergraduate BIPOC students.

97%

of undergraduate students who graduated are either employed or furthering their education.

90%

of undergraduate students received some type of financial aid.

81%

of undergraduate students land internships during college.

67%

of undergraduate students leave with less debt compared to other schools.

58%

less tuition and fees than the national average U.S. university for undergraduate students.

50%

of incoming merit scholarships awarded to undergraduate BIPOC students.

99%

of graduate school alumni are either employed or furthering education.

78%

of graduate school alumni work in fields that support and advance deaf community.

68%

graduate students earned tuition assistance from their program.

Gallaudet University is among the nation’s “Best Value Schools” according to U.S. News and World Report.

No matter where you are in your higher education journey, we will help you find your best fit and accomplish your dreams.

History & Traditions

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We’re better together. Support a cause, pursue your passions, and connect with peers in a Student Club or Organization.

Academics

Explore 40 undergraduate majors and minors across 11 disciplines and challenging graduate programs and online degree offerings.

Spirit and Athletics

There’s always a way to get moving and get involved. Let your Bison pride shine with 14 NCAA Division III teams and intramural programs.

Research and Innovation

Be a part of groundbreaking research and innovation with a worldwide impact.

New and Emerging Signers

From mastering the basics to reaching fluency, Gallaudet is the perfect place to learn ASL.

Research and Innovation

Be a part of groundbreaking research and innovation with a worldwide impact.

New and Emerging Signers

From mastering the basics to reaching fluency, Gallaudet is the perfect place to learn ASL.

News

December 20, 2023

GivingTuesday brings in more than $22,000 in donations for Gallaudet

December 13, 2023

Retired faculty members establish scholarship fund for MSW students

December 13, 2023

Passing of student Mohamed Abdelaal

December 13, 2023

Deaf Studies Incubator awarded $1.5 million Mellon Foundation grant

Events

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Women's Basketball vs. Stockton

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Women's Basketball vs. Gwynedd Mercy

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Men's Basketball vs. Apprentice School

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Men's Basketball vs. Penn St.-Abington

Access & Change

Aug 19, 2022

Philosophy professor Teresa Blankmeyer Burke writes on interpreting

Dr. Teresa Blankmeyer Burke, professor of philosophy and faculty administrator…

Announcement

Dec 12, 2023

Gallaudet wins technical.ly Invention of the Year award for AT&T 5G-connected football helmet

On December 8, the media firm technical.ly announced the winners…

Awareness

Aug 19, 2022

Around the conference circuit

Dr. Christian Vogler, director of the Technology Access Program in…

Success Stories

May 10, 2023

Congratulations GTS Class of 2023!

Gallaudet Technology Services is proud to celebrate the hard work…

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