Mathematics and Industrial Engineering Dual Degree Program

The dual degree program in Mathematics and Industrial Engineering at Gallaudet University and Rochester Institute of Technology is a cooperative 5-year study program that enables students to obtain a Bachelor’s of Science degree in mathematics from Gallaudet and a Bachelor’s of Science degree in industrial engineering from RIT.

The mathematics degree provides strong analytical and theoretical skills, and the industrial engineering degree further develops those analytical skills—and also adds applied skills to analyze systems in a variety of contexts. This combination makes graduates more competitive and enables them to thrive in diverse career paths, including education, government, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and more. 

Starting their studies at Gallaudet allows students to build strong connections within the Deaf community, fostering a sense of belonging that promotes personal growth and active involvement in the community. Fluent signers will appreciate the full ASL environment; new signers will appreciate the opportunity to develop ASL skills in a friendly, immersive environment.

Finishing their studies at RIT provides students a large community of technically-minded students with similar interests. This unique partnership between Gallaudet and RIT will allow students to participate in RIT’s cooperative education program, ranked 5th in the country by U.S. News and World Report. RIT’s highly ranked Kate Gleason College of Engineering provides an immersive education that meets today’s needs while preparing students for tomorrow’s engineering challenges. Coupled with the co-op program, RIT students explore career paths and solve real world problems all before graduation. Additionally, RIT is home to the National Technical Institute for the Deaf. Gallaudet students will find a vibrant Deaf and hard of hearing community at RIT. An inclusive environment with unparalleled access services supports their education.

Application Requirements

After admission to Gallaudet University, students will work with an academic advisor from the university to complete the coursework in Year 1 and Year 2, as outlined below. Then work on a one-semester co-op experience. To be admitted to RIT, students must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 and earn a grade of B or higher in all the required math and science courses. Students should begin the application process to RIT in the fall of their second year, and submit their transcripts after they have completed 3 semesters at Gallaudet. 

Students will work with another academic advisor from RIT when they start taking courses at RIT during their sixth semester. If a dual degree student does not successfully complete the requirements for the B.S. degree in Industrial Engineering at RIT, the student will be considered for readmission to Gallaudet to fulfill the requirements for a B.S. degree in Mathematics.