Overview
The Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Education is designed for teachers who have a master’s degree in education of deaf and hard of hearing students who seek advanced professional proficiency in an area of specialization. This is an online or hybrid program that offers several specialization areas. Specializations offered are related to topics in deaf education.
Admissions Procedures
Applicants for the Ed.S. in Deaf Education must complete the application procedures and meet the requirements for graduate study at Gallaudet University. Visit the Graduate Admissions web site for more information and a checklist of application requirements.
| DEADLINE | DATE |
| First Date for Consideration of Application: | No set date |
| Last Date for Completed Application: | February 15 |
Program Specific Requirements
A master’s degree from an accredited institution with a grade point average of 3.0 or better.
At least two years of successful experience with deaf and hard of hearing students (as shown in supporting documentation from applicant’s supervisor). Evidence of satisfactory ASL proficiency (e.g., ASLPI scoring report, SCPI scoring report, or videotexts).
Courses & Requirements
Summary of Requirements
The 30 credit hour program is individually designed by the student and advisor within the following framework (approximate credits hours indicated):
Professional Issues 6 credit hours
Specialization Courses 15 credit hours
Elective Courses 6 credit hours
EDU 799 Independent Study 3 credit hours
Each candidate will have to do a major research project and paper.
Information
Admissions
Learn about Gallaudet University’s graduate admissions requirements, application steps, deadlines, and program-specific criteria on our Graduate Admissions page.
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Accessibility is central to everything we do at Gallaudet—from inclusive learning environments to equitable access to graduate education. Our tuition structure and financial aid options are designed to support graduate students from a wide range of professional and financial backgrounds.
Contact
- Specialist (Ed.S.) in Deaf Education
- onudeah.nicolarakis@gallaudet.edu
- graduate@gallaudet.edu
