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Interpretation and Translation
B.A. in Interpretation
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We are the only university in the world that offers both an undergraduate and a graduate degree in American Sign Language (ASL) – English Interpretation.
Our BAI Program provides a unique opportunity for interpretation majors to fully immerse themselves in deaf culture and community as they live, study, and interact with deaf people from the United States and around the world!
Gallaudet’s B.A. in Interpretation (BAI) program consists of a comprehensive, sequenced, and integrated series of courses and experiences that are intended to provide students with:
You’ll be able to apply these skills to national certification testing, and work confidently as a sign language interpreter in education, medical, business, and government settings.
Our BAI program is in a four-year format and consists of 39 credits in the major, which includes coursework, fieldwork, and field internship.
Bachelor’s of Art In Interpreting (BAI) Admission Requirements
Phase 1:
*Official transcript(s) will be required following acceptance to the University. We accept both paper and electronic transcripts.
Please note that the BAI program requires that you have a 2.75 or higher cumulative grade point average in your high school or previous college coursework.
Phase 2:
Whether you want to complete your degree in two, three or four years we’ve got you covered.
If you are a transfer student, please visit the Transfer Credits website for more information about transferring your credits to Gallaudet, course equivalencies, and more.
The financial aid process is separate from the process of applying for admission. Complete the FAFSA as soon as possible when it is made available on October 1. The priority filing date is June 1. Once we have your FAFSA on file, we will send you a Financial Aid award letter that provides detailed information about your eligible financial aid and your estimated remaining cost. Please note that hearing applicants are not eligible for merit-based scholarships.
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