A world-class institute of changemakers in the deaf and signing community.
Since 1864, we have been investing in and creating resources for deaf and hard of hearing children, their families, and the professionals who work with them.
Over 50 degree programs, with online and continuing education for personal and professional development.
Innovating solutions to break down barriers, and using science to prove what does and doesn’t work.
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Make lasting memories and grow in ways you never thought possible.
At Gallaudet University, we transform our students into world changing leaders in the fields of human development and wellbeing. Through the School of Human Services and Science, you can launch your career in psychology and counseling; the hearing, speech and language sciences; or physical education and recreation.
Technology is an integral part of the Gallaudet learning experience. At Gallaudet, you’ll find the latest technologies woven seamlessly throughout our campus, curricula and classrooms. In fact, our technology integration is higher than the average for universities nationwide
Ninety-nine percent of our courses feature some type of online component.
Nearly all Gallaudet students take at least one online course as part of their programs.
Many classrooms include digital video components, including recordings of classes.
Most classrooms are outfitted with computers, digital projectors and other technologies, and students have access to many computer labs.
Learn through collaborative opportunities in both ASL and English
All educators within the Gallaudet School of Human Services and Sciences are trained to provide a bilingual education, and every course, research program and internship opportunity is accessible to every student. For programs that include clinical rotations and community outreach, we emphasize inclusive communication and cultural sensitivity.
At Gallaudet, you will find a research-rich environment, where we work to discover innovative solutions that will positively impact the deaf community and expand access to literacy, healthcare, wellbeing and safety.
Psychology
Students partner with the Early Education Literacy Lab and the Center for Deaf Health and Equity to research how to better support deaf children in their early literacy development.
Center for Deaf Health and Equity
Students conduct studies to increase equity in healthcare for the deaf and hard of hearing.
Counseling
Student research bullying and victimization among deaf students in residential schools, along with other distressful behaviors of deaf students.
Hearing, Speech, and Language Sciences
Students partner with the Developmental Neurolinguistic and Cognition Lab on campus to study the nature of developmental language disorders, contributing to the current body of research on the topic.
Admissions Requirements
Spring 2021 – Dec 12Fall 2021 – May 15