99% of our recent Gallaudet graduate students are employed or continuing their education
Located in Washington, D.C.
Doctoral and master’s programs
18 cutting-edge research labs
400+ on-campus jobs for students
Free ASL classes
Eligibility for NCAA sports
Advance your career, starting here, starting now.
Online and hybrid graduate programs available
76% of graduate students receive scholarships or assistantships
Connect with esteemed professors and motivated students
Discover innovative academics and a vibrant, bilingual community
Five schools in which to pursue your passions
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Gallaudet offers doctoral and master’s degrees to prepare outstanding individuals for lives of meaning, purpose and professional success.
Where Your Degree Leads
Where Your Degree Leads
Research-driven programs connected to real-world impact
Strong alumni network in deaf and professional communities
Career pathways across education, healthcare, policy, and tech
of graduates employed or continuing education
A strong outcome that reflects Gallaudet’s commitment to career readiness, academic growth, and student success.
Bison Stories
Bison Stories
I am very thankful to have been a part of Gallaudet University’s MPA program. The faculty were ve...
Jessica Fein, G-’21
The faculty and staff at Gallaudet University truly believe in you and the curriculum is designed...
Sabina Shysh, G-’21
Budget Analyst at U.S. Se...
The knowledge I gained at Gallaudet turned my career around. The skills and confidence I received...
James Caverly, ’11
Actor, Director, and Play...
[Gallaudet’s Social Work] classes gave me the hands-on experience I needed to feel confident in m...
Jasmene Fuller, ’25
I never realized how many opportunities were available in Risk Management and Insurance until I j...
Sarah Bakos-Killian, ’19
Associate Property Broker
My experience studying Public Health at Gallaudet University has been transformative. I have deve...
Fatimah Abdul-Rahim, ’22
The [SRF] program provided a perfect balance of fun, fitness, and skill-building activities that ...
Jomar Figueroa, ’21
High School Athletics Coo...
This exposure has enhanced my ability to understand and engage with individuals from diverse back...
Ana Daku, ’17 &...
Team Leader, Commuter Pro...
During my senior year I worked on the NTRU cryptosystem for my senior capstone, which was really ...
Bailey Moers, ’19
High School Math Teacher
I had the privilege of participating in PNC Bank’s inaugural virtual summer internship program. T...
Joseline Garcia, ’21
UX Designer and Founder ...
My career requires understanding research methodologies, shaping critical analyses, and connectin...
Drew Robarge, ’07
Museum Specialist
While earning her degree in government and serving as student government president, Jehanne McCul...
Jehanne McCullough, ’18
Attorney Adviser at U.S. ...
I loved my time at Gallaudet because I loved learning. That love really served me well in Hollywo...
Shoshannah Stern, ’04
Actress, Producer, Direct...
As an undergraduate in Deaf Studies, my studies deepened my understanding of Deaf culture, histor...
Molly Headrick, ’24, G-’26
Research Assistant, Natio...
My experience as a student pursuing a minor in Data Science was eye-opening and truly wonderful. ...
Emelia Beldon, ’22
Associate Data Visualizat...
During my time [at Gallaudet], I had the privilege of learning from outstanding ASL professors wh...
Franklin Jones, Jr., ’17...
Faculty Lecturer, Boston ...
From mastering design principles to shaping digital narratives, I developed the skills to build a...
Bilal Chinoy, ’07
Creative Director, Univer...
Working with sea turtles made waking up early before sunrise completely worth it. Witnessing such...
Maria Serra Perada
Undergraduate Student
I participated in a collaborative internship program between Gallaudet and the University of Pitt...
Andrew Crawford, ’26
B.S. in Biology
At Georgetown University’s Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, I worked on a project studying p...
Melody Kabbai, ’26
B.S. in Biology
The internship strengthened my research and data skills and showed me how Deaf-centered design im...
Enza Visco, ’26
B.A. in Government
The top three things I learned from my internship with Philadelphia Insurance Companies were how ...
Joe Conard
Undergraduate Student
I designed and ran campaigns, managed editorial calendars, created and shared content, worked on ...
ZaniBelle Hoglind, ’26
B.S. in Business Administ...
Last summer, I spent a month in Malta, a small island country off the coast of Italy, conducting ...
Macy DeGraw, ’26
B.A. in Biology
Some people think Gallaudet is only a deaf school but that’s not at all the case. Everyone benefi...
Cas Mastropaolo, ’24
Coach
Our psychology students gain research experience, critical and analytical thinking skills, and a ...
Dr. Daniel Koo, G-’97
School Director, Human Se...
It’s such an awesome idea to bring students together at JumpStart who know little or no ASL at al...
Stephanie Weiss, ’14, G-’16
American Sign Language/Sp...
Here, students learn how to build their brand and promote their careers as artists and designers....
Manuel “Mava” Vazquez, ’06
Associate Professor - Art...
The Linguistics program has been tremendously beneficial for my professional development. Attenti...
Daniel Maier, ’10 &...
Literacy Specialist
My professors taught me to constantly seek to improve myself and my skills, and never accept seco...
Missie Mills, G-’09
Senior Interpreting Admin...
I received enormous support from GU faculty and staff during my time on campus. In addition to th...
Afomeya Mekonnen, ’16
Pharmacist
Gallaudet was a wonderful place to begin my mathematical career. My foundational knowledge was so...
Dr. Christopher Hayes, ’12
Assistant Professor of Ma...
President Biden appointed Gallaudet alumna Leah Katz-Hernandez as the first-ever deaf person to s...
Leah Katz-Hernandez, ’10
Senior Social Impact Mana...
If your dream is to advocate for the deaf community – to impact change on a public policy level –...
Sean Maiwald, ’16
Lecturer in Public Admini...
Having great MPA professors with extensive experience in the 21st century world opened my mind. I...
Min Woo Lee
Master of Public Administ...
Advancing Knowledge That Impacts the Deaf Community
Work alongside faculty on research that shapes policy and practice worldwide.
Life in D.C.
One of the most deaf-friendly and opportunity-rich cities in the world.
Career access (internships, agencies, orgs)
Culture (museums, theater, arts)
Deaf community + events
Networking opportunities
Build Your Network While You Study
Gallaudet’s Office for Career Success empowers graduate students with tools and connections needed for post-graduate success Through strategic partnerships and career-focused programming, we’re dedicated to ensuring you receive return on your graduate school investment.
Opportunities
Internships and partnerships across D.C.
Guidance
Office for Career Success support
Connections
Networking in deaf and professional communities
Our Office for Career Success is committed to linking you with Gallaudet alumni and top-choice employers across every industry from all over the world.
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Gallaudet is the place where your unique perspectives and career goals can ignite among those around you. Choosing Gallaudet for your graduate education will help you spark new ideas, make a difference in the world, and land your dream job.
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