Student Handbook

Gallaudet University students are responsible for knowing the information, policies, and procedures outlined in the Student Handbook. Although the printed Student Handbook was prepared with available information at the time of publication, Gallaudet University reserves the right to amend, without notice or obligation, any information or statement in the Student Handbook as deemed necessary. Once those changes are posted online, they are in effect. The online version of the Student Handbook is considered the most updated version and should always be referred to.

The Office of the Dean of Student Affairs produces the Student Handbook. Although it provides a resource and reference guide to some University operations, policies, and regulations, additional material is found in University catalogs, publications, departmental brochures, and official University memorandums. Students should be familiar with the latest policies and procedures so promulgated. They supersede all others.

Gallaudet University is an equal-opportunity employer/educational institution. It does not discriminate based on race, hearing status, disability, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, covered veteran status, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, source of income, place of business or residence, pregnancy, childbirth, or any other unlawful basis.

The handbook sections described below on this website will be updated shortly; please refer to the 2024-25 Student Handbook pdf link.