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If you are looking for study abroad or travel forms, please click here.

Alternatively, you may click on the "Applications & Forms" link on the left-hand side under Global Education and Scholar Services. 

The Global Education and Scholars Services (GESS) department offers a broad range of opportunities for students, faculty and professionals at Gallaudet University to apply their knowledge and learning on an international scale. Of special note is our work on developing and coordinating exciting study abroad programs in locations such as Brazil, China and Peru. 

Our department also provides unique opportunities for non-degree students, scholars and professionals from other countries who wish to come for short-term studies, conduct research or enhance their educational opportunities by taking advantage of Gallaudet University's notable resources on Deaf culture. 

Note: Our office works primarily with those who are here under a J-1 or J-2 Visa Status. If you are in the United States with an F-1 Visa Status, you will be working with the International Student Services department.  

International Visiting Scholar Spotlight: 

Name: Witawat “Paggy” Surittikul

Country of origin: Thailand

Program: M.S. in Administration and Supervision

After Witawat finished his B.A. in Special Education for the Deaf in Thailand, he arrived at Gallaudet University in the spring of 2008 as part of the International Visiting Scholar Program (IVSP). He developed his English and ASL skills for two years at Gallaudet and eventually became a graduate student studying Administration and Supervision. To read more about his experience, click here.