Frequently Asked Questions
This information should answer many questions that you have regarding services provided by the Registrar's Office. If you need information that is not printed here, please call us at (202) 651-5393 (TTY/Voice) & (202) 651-5182 (Fax). We will be happy to assist you to the best of our ability.
How much does a transcript cost?
Go to the Registrar's Office and fill out a Transcript Request slip or mail it. We accept checks and money orders payable to Gallaudet University at the office. All other payments (cash, credit cards, etc.) must be made at the Cashier's Office at College Hall basement. The cost is $5 per official copy and $1 per unofficial copy. Instruction and printable How to Request Transcripts
How do I obtain a letter of certification/verification of enrollment?
Go to the Registrar's Office and fill out a Certification Request form or use the printable form below and fax to (202) 651-5182. Such letters can be ready within one to two days except during the week of add/drop and registration. Instruction and printable Request for Letter of Certification
How do I register for a course?
If you are not currently a matriculated undergraduate student, you must contact the Admissions Office. If you are a non-matriculated graduate student, you must contact the Grad School for information on enrollment.
Currently enrolled students should meet with their advisors and fill out the course selection form. Currently student will handle all course registration through the Registrar's Office. Updates on registration process will be given to all students, faculty and staff. The course selection form can be picked at the Registrar's Office in Chapel Hall 101.
If special permission is required for a particular course, students must obtain permission for that course before registration. More information
Where do I obtain a copy of my grades?
All grades will be sent to the student's home address and P.O. box at the end of the semester. Additional grade reports may be obtained at the Registrar's Office for a fee of $1.
How many credits are required for full-time enrollment? For part-time?
Full-time status requires a minimum of 12 hours for undergraduate and 9 hours for graduate students. Part-time status requires a minimum of 6 hours for undergraduate and 4 hours for graduate students.
How do I obtain a copy of my class schedule?
Students may print copies of their own semester schedules using BISON Web portal http://bison.gallaudet.edu
Where can I pay my tuition and/or fees?
You can pay your tuition and/or fees at the Cashier's Office in College Hall basement. You can obtain a copy of your billing statement from the Student Accounts Office also in the basement at College Hall. You may also use your Gnosis/BISON Web Portal http://bison.gallaudet.edu/ account. For more information about the Gnosis account, contact the Registrar's Office.
How do I obtain more information about graduation?
You may contact the Registrar's Office and ask to speak to a staff member who can answer your questions about graduation. Graduation applications and other necessary materials are on file at the Registrar's Office. More information
How do I change my name?
You may come to the Registrar's Office and pick up a Change of Name form. Fill out the form and submit it to the Registrar's Office. We will update your records within one to two days. For US citizens, a social security card authority name change is required. For International students, a certified copy of legal document authorizing the name change is required.
Change of Name Form
How do I change my address?
You may come to the Registrar's Office and pick up a Change of Address form. Fill out the form and submit it to the Registrar's Office. We will update your records within one to two days. You may also print a copy below and fax or mail it to the office. Instruction and printable Request for Change of Address Form
How can I contact the Registrar's Office?
You can contact us here
What are the hours of operation?
The Registrar's Office hours are Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
What is the Registrar's Office address?
The Registrar's Office address is:
Gallaudet University
Registrar's Office - Chapel Hall 101
800 Florida Avenue, N.E.
Washington, D.C. 20002-3695
