Requirements

  • Completed application form. See Application Instructions to learn how.
  • A non-refundable application fee of $75.
  • A minimum 3.0 grade point average (on a four-point scale) in all previous undergraduate and graduate study. (Occasionally, applicants with a GPA lower than 3.0 may be admitted conditionally upon the recommendation of the department.)
  • Official transcripts of all undergraduate study, including evidence of having received a bachelor's degree from an accredited university. (Those applying during their final undergraduate year will be required to submit a final transcript after completion of their bachelor's degree and before enrolling in their first semester of graduate study.) See Application Guidelines and FAQ for more information.
  • Official transcripts of all graduate study. See Application Guidelines and FAQ for more information.
  • Goals statement. See Application Guidelines for more information.
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • All international applicants from non-English speaking countries must demonstrate English language competence via the Degrees of Reading Power (DRP) examination. TOEFL results may be substituted instead of taking the DRP. (Use 5240 for the ETS institutional code)

Additional Program Requirements

  • M.A. in field related to professional goals
  • Scholarly ASL Sample (one or two artifacts) *
  • Scholarly English Sample (one or two artifacts) *
  • A minimum of 3 years experience with deaf children and youth (demonstrated via resume or letter or recommendation)

*The purpose of a scholarly sample is for you to demonstrate acquisition of an academic level of both ASL and English. Examples of artifacts that can be included are: published articles, papers written for classes, professional presentations or workshops you have given, reflections, critiques, or any other academic stance you would like to take.